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regime democrático

[ʁe.ˈʒi.mə de.mo.kɾˈa.ti.ku]
nounmasculinepl: regimes democráticos
democratic regime
1. A system of government in which power is vested in the people, who exercise that power either directly or through elected representatives; a form of government based on the principles of democracy
The country transitioned to a democratic regime after decades of authoritarian rule.
O país transitou para um regime democrático depois de décadas de governo autoritário.
2. A political system characterized by free elections, separation of powers, protection of individual rights, and rule of law
The establishment of a democratic regime requires strong institutions and civic participation.
O estabelecimento de um regime democrático requer instituições fortes e participação cívica.
Synonyms
democraciagoverno democráticosistema democráticoregime constitucional
Antonyms
regime autoritárioregime totalitárioditaduraautocraciamonarquia absoluta

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
regime democrático
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
regime democrático
Standard usage; also 'sistema democrático' is common
Angola
regime democrático
Standard usage in former Portuguese colony

Related Idioms & Phrases

consolidação do regime democrático
transição para um regime democrático
defesa do regime democrático
valores do regime democrático
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