Republic
/rɪˈpʌb.lɪk/noun
A form of government in which representatives are elected by the citizen body.
Did you know?The word 'republic' is derived from Latin, meaning 'the public thing', reflecting the ancient belief that governance should serve the people, not rulers.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
res publica
“thing of the people, public matter”
Medieval Latin
Medieval Latin
republica
“commonwealth, public affairs”
14th Century
Old French
republique
“the state or community as a collective body”
16th Century
English
republic
“a government where the power rests with elected individuals representing the citizen body”
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