citizenry
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Definition
- Noun:
- The body of citizens of a state or country: "Citizenry" refers to the collective group of people who are legally recognized as citizens of a particular nation or political entity. It emphasizes the group as a whole rather than individuals.
Usage
- "Citizenry" is a formal, collective noun. It is typically used with a singular verb when referring to the group as a single unit.
- It is often used in political, sociological, or journalistic contexts to discuss the populace in relation to governance, rights, or public opinion.
Examples
- Noun:
- The new policy was designed to improve the welfare of the entire citizenry.
- An informed citizenry is essential for a functioning democracy.
- The government appealed to the citizenry for calm during the crisis.
Advanced Usage
- "The citizenry at large": This phrase emphasizes the entire body of citizens without exception.
- The law was changed to benefit the citizenry at large.
- "An engaged citizenry": Refers to a populace that is actively involved in civic or political matters.
- The health of a republic depends on an engaged citizenry.
Variants and Related Words
- Citizen (n): An individual member of a state or country who has rights and responsibilities.
- Every citizen has the right to vote.
- Citizenship (n): The status of being a citizen, including the rights and duties that come with it.
- She applied for citizenship last year.
Synonyms
- Populace: The general public or the ordinary people of a community.
- Public: The people as a whole, especially in the context of community or national life.
- Population: All the inhabitants of a particular place, though this can include non-citizens.
Antonyms
- Government: The governing body of a nation, state, or community, which is distinct from the governed populace.
- Alien/Non-citizen: A person who is not a citizen or national of a given country.
Noun
- the body of citizens of a state or country
- the Spanish people