1. opposed to or inconsistent with the principles of democracy; not supporting democratic government or values

Examples

• The regime's antidemocratic policies suppressed free speech and voting rights.
• Critics argued that the new law was antidemocratic because it limited citizens' participation in government.
• The military coup was widely condemned as an antidemocratic power grab.
• Restricting access to information is considered antidemocratic by most political theorists.
• The organization's antidemocratic leadership structure prevented members from having a voice in decisions.
• Many viewed the electoral changes as antidemocratic measures designed to reduce voter turnout.