
republican
/rɪˈpʌblɪkən/
CEFR level C1Topic GovernmentWord #6327 in the learning path
共和政体的;共和主义的
Definitions
adj. Supporting government without a monarch, usually through elected representatives
共和政体的;共和主义的
n. Someone who supports a republic rather than a monarchy
共和主义者
Example
My uncle often discusses republican ideas over dinner.
我叔叔常在晚餐时谈论共和主义思想。
A republican constitution typically establishes a head of state whose position is not inherited through a royal family.
共和制宪法通常规定,国家元首的职位不通过王室世袭。
Collocations
- republican government
- republican ideals
- republican constitution
Word family
- republic (n.)
- republicanism (n.)
Antonyms
- monarchist
Usage tip
小写指共和主义;大写常指特定共和党。
FAQ
- What does republican mean?
- Supporting government without a monarch, usually through elected representatives Someone who supports a republic rather than a monarchy
- How is republican pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/, US /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.