democratization

//dɪˌmɒkrətaɪˈzeɪʃən//
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Noun

democratizationSingular
democratizationsPlural
1

The process of transitioning a political system or institution to a more democratic form of governance, giving power to the people.

The democratization of the country began after the fall of the authoritarian regime.

2

The act of making something accessible or available to all people, rather than being restricted to a privileged few.

The internet has led to the democratization of information.