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Definition of nondemocratic

nondemocratic

/ˌnɑːndɛməˈkrætɪk/
(UK: non-democratic)
non · dem · o · crat · ic
Adverb:nondemocratically
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• adjective

1

Not governed by, organized according to, or characterized by the principles of democracy, such as free elections, majority rule, and representation of the people.

Example

"Political scientists analyzed how several nondemocratic regimes transitioned toward constitutional governance in the late twentieth century."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Nondemocratic' is typically used in political science as a neutral, analytical descriptor for systems lacking democratic structures (such as traditional monarchies or technocracies), whereas 'undemocratic' and 'antidemocratic' carry stronger negative connotations of actively violating or opposing democratic norms.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nondemocratic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nondemocratic
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