Meaning of democratize in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /dəˈmɑkrəˌtaɪz/

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  1. Verb

    democratize

    Etymology

    late 18th century: from French démocratiser

    Definitions

    1. become (more) democratic

    Examples

    • « of nations »

    Derived terms

  2. 2. introduce democratic reforms

    Examples

    • « of nations »

    Derived terms

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  • « We've taken the view that if the rest of the world would democratize and create market economies, that would spread the benefits of prosperity around the world, and that it would enhance our own prosperity, and our own stability and security, as well. »
    Jeffrey Sachs

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