1. the process of making a system, institution, or society more democratic by giving more people power, rights, or a voice in decision-making
Usage: British spelling; American English typically uses 'democratization'; often used in political and social contexts

Examples

• The democratisation of the country followed decades of authoritarian rule.
• Social media has contributed to the democratisation of information access.
• The company's democratisation of its decision-making process gave employees more influence.
• Democratisation of education means making quality schooling available to all citizens.
• The movement pushed for the democratisation of the workplace through worker representation.
• Technology has enabled the democratisation of tools once available only to professionals.