Democratization
/dɪˌmɒkəˈrætɪzeɪʃən/noun
The process of making a system or organization more democratic.
Did you know?The term 'democracy' comes from the Greek words 'demos' meaning 'people' and 'kratos' meaning 'power', highlighting the ancient struggle for collective authority.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
δημοκρατία (demokratía)
“Rule by the people, a system where citizens have power.”
14th Century
Old French
democracie
“Adoption of the Greek term into French, reflecting governance by popular consent.”
16th Century
Latin
democratia
“Latinized form of the Greek term, used in scholarly texts to describe political systems.”
18th Century
English
democratization
“Emergence of the term in English as societies began advocating for broader political rights.”
19th Century
English
democratization
“Formalization of the concept as countries transitioned to more inclusive political frameworks.”
20th Century
English
democratization
“Widespread global movements emphasizing governance by the populace.”