What does "democratization" mean?

The introduction of democracy, its functions or principles, to an area or country which did not have democracy previously.

How do you pronounce "democratization"?

Pronounced //dɛmɑkɹətaɪːˈzɛɪːʃən//.

Common synonyms include: democratisation, democratizing, employee empowerment, enfranchisement, flat management, information openness.

/dɛmɑkɹətaɪːˈzɛɪːʃən/ noun

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Noun

1
The introduction of democracy, its functions or principles, to an area or country which did not have democracy previously. uncountable, usually
2
the action of making something democratic wordnet
3
The spread of democracy as a concept. uncountable, usually
4
The making more democratic of a political system. uncountable, usually
5
The broadening of access to something, especially for the sake of egalitarianism. broadly, uncountable, usually

"Algeria needs an effective democratization."

From democratiz(e) + -ation.