democratization
/dɪˌmɑkɹətəˈzeɪʃən/ noun C2- The introduction of democracy, its functions or principles, to an area or country which did not have democracy previously.
- The spread of democracy as a concept.
- The making more democratic of a political system.
- The broadening of access to something, especially for the sake of egalitarianism.
Plural democratizations
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This phenomenal proliferation of the paperback catalyzed a profound democratization of knowledge, seamlessly integrating reading into the rhythms of daily life.
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