Definition of Republic

a nation governed by elected officials

Examples of Republic in a sentence

After the king was dethroned, the country became a republic led by a democratically selected leader.  🔊

The republic was formed when the citizens of the country voted for a president.  🔊

As a result of the revolution, the nation became a republic governed by an elected body of representatives.  🔊

The United States is a republic steered by a president who is elected by the people.  🔊

While a member of the royal family rules the country in a monarchy, in a republic, elected officials guide the country.  🔊

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