Synonyms for republic


Grammar : Noun
Spell : ri-puhb-lik
Phonetic Transcription : rɪˈpʌb lɪk


Définition of republic

Origin :
  • c.1600, "state in which supreme power rests in the people via elected representatives," from Middle French république (15c.), from Latin respublica (ablative republica) "the common weal, a commonwealth, state, republic," literally res publica "public interest, the state," from res "affair, matter, thing" + publica, fem. of publicus "public" (see public (adj.)). Republic of letters attested from 1702.
  • noun democracy
  • noun nation
Example sentences :
  • "Such an edict was passed because Athens is not a republic," replied Philæmon.
  • Extract from : « Philothea » by Lydia Maria Child
  • The Republic has marched on and on, and its step has exalted freedom and humanity.
  • Extract from : « United States Presidents' Inaugural Speeches » by Various
  • In a republic the first rule for the guidance of the citizen is obedience to law.
  • Extract from : « United States Presidents' Inaugural Speeches » by Various
  • The Republic summons them to their duty, and I invite co-operation.
  • Extract from : « United States Presidents' Inaugural Speeches » by Various
  • Under this republic the rewards of industry belong to those who earn them.
  • Extract from : « United States Presidents' Inaugural Speeches » by Various
  • The Republic is not the demoralizing force some would have it believed.
  • Extract from : « The Roof of France » by Matilda Betham-Edwards
  • Either the sunlight or the shadow of the Republic must fall on her without intermission.
  • Extract from : « Ridgeway » by Scian Dubh
  • The children of the republic are entitled to something better.
  • Extract from : « The Call of the Twentieth Century » by David Starr Jordan
  • This has not always been clear, even the history of the Republic.
  • Extract from : « The Call of the Twentieth Century » by David Starr Jordan
  • Behold now the glorious condition of this Republic which has no fear.
  • Extract from : « American Notes » by Rudyard Kipling

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