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Republic

Form of government where power is held by the people or their elected representatives.

republican state

A republic is a form of government in which a country is considered a public matter, not the private property of rulers.

Etymology

The term 'republic' comes from the Latin words 'res publica,' meaning 'public affair.'

Explain Like I’m 5

A republic is like when people vote for leaders to make decisions for them, instead of a king or queen ruling.

Fun Facts

The United States is a republic
The Roman Republic was one of the earliest known republics
Many modern countries are republics

FAQ

What is a republic? A republic is a form of government where power is held by the people or their elected representatives
Who founded the first republic? The Roman Republic was established in 509 BC
What is a key difference between a republic and a monarchy? In a republic, power is not inherited
it's earned through election or appointment

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

government state

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

parliamentary republic presidential republic constitutional republic

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

democracy political system

Indexes

democracy political system

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