The difference between Aristocracy and Democracy

When used as nouns, aristocracy means the nobility, or the hereditary ruling class, whereas democracy means rule by the people, especially as a form of government.

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  1. Aristocracy as a noun:

    The nobility, or the hereditary ruling class.

  2. Aristocracy as a noun:

    Government by such a class, or a state with such a government

  3. Aristocracy as a noun:

    A class of people considered (not normally universally) superior to others

  1. Democracy as a noun (uncountable):

    Rule by the people, especially as a form of government; either directly or through elected representatives (representative democracy).

  2. Democracy as a noun (countable, government):

    A government under the direct or representative rule of the people of its jurisdiction.

  3. Democracy as a noun (uncountable):

    Belief in political freedom and equality; the "spirit of democracy".

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