1. not based on or supporting democracy; lacking democratic principles or processes

Examples

• The nondemocratic regime restricted freedom of speech and assembly.
• Citizens protested against the nondemocratic policies of their government.
• The organization was criticized for its nondemocratic decision-making process.
• Many countries transitioned from nondemocratic rule to democracy in the 20th century.
• The nondemocratic leader refused to hold free and fair elections.
• International observers condemned the nondemocratic practices during the vote.