republican

UK: rɪˈpʌblɪkən | US: rɪˈpʌblɪkən

Definition

  1. adj. relating to or supporting a republic (a system of government without a monarch)

  2. n. 1. a person advocating or supporting republican government

  3. n. 2. (Republican) a member or supporter of the U.S. Republican Party

Structure
republic <state>an <relating to>res <thing/matter>publica <public>
Etymology

The word traces back to the Latin res publica, reflecting the idea of a state governed by elected representatives rather than a monarch. Over time, republic evolved in English to denote such governments, and republican emerged to describe their supporters. The U.S. Republican Party (founded 1854) adopted the term to emphasize anti-monarchy ideals and opposition to slavery.

Examples

  1. The republican system ensures power lies with elected officials.

  2. She identifies as a republican and opposes hereditary rule.

  3. Republican values often emphasize limited government intervention.

  4. The Republican candidate won the senate seat.

  5. Many republican nations have written constitutions.