People and Society

to help or support others in doing something

The organization aids communities affected by natural disasters.

to humbly ask for something, especially when one needs or desires that thing a lot

Every day, he begs for a few coins at the street corner.

to unfairly influence or manipulate something or someone in favor of one particular opinion or point of view

She biased the hiring process by favoring candidates from her alma mater.

to unfairly influence or manipulate something or someone in favor of one particular opinion or point of view

She biased the hiring process by favoring candidates from her alma mater.

a phenomenon or event that follows from and is caused by a previous action or occurrence

She learned that skipping classes had serious consequences on her grades.

to give something, especially money or goods, in order to achieve a goal or help a cause

Individuals can contribute to the local food drive by donating non-perishable items.

the feeling that a person gets when they need to eat

the connection among two or more things or people or the way in which they are connected

Building a strong relationship with customers is crucial for business success.

to disregard something as unimportant or unworthy of consideration

She regularly dismisses suggestions that deviate from the established plan.

something that is voluntarily given to someone or an organization to help them, such as money, food, etc.

She made a donation to the local animal shelter.

having the same amount, size, quantity, etc.

The twins received equal portions of cake for their birthdays.

the larger part or number of a given set or group

The majority of the committee members voted in favor of the new policy.

a small group of people who differ in race, religion, etc. and are often mistreated by the society

The festival celebrated the traditions of local minority populations.

a person who is not a legal citizen of the country or city they work or live in

Noncitizens may have certain rights and protections under international law.

someone who publicly shows their disagreement or opposition toward something

The protester spoke passionately about the need for reform.

showing discrimination or prejudice against people of a certain race or ethnic group

His racist remarks offended many people at the gathering.

discriminating against people based on their gender

His sexist comments in the workplace created a hostile environment for female employees.

the lowest level of salary, set by the law

The government increased the minimum wage to help low-income workers.

a person's level of happiness, health, comfort, etc.

She believes access to healthcare is crucial for improving quality of life.

a group of individuals who share similar economic, cultural, and educational status

They discussed how social class influences cultural norms and values.

(often plural) a very poor and overpopulated area of a city or town in which the houses are not in good condition

He advocates for better housing solutions for people in slums.

to provide a safe and protective place for someone or something

The humanitarian organization shelters refugees fleeing conflict.

to say or feel that someone or something is responsible for a mistake or problem

The teacher decided to blame the entire class for the disruption, even though only a few students were involved.

the third month of the year, after February and before April

March is a month when the weather starts to get warmer.

to be very hungry

After skipping breakfast, I was starving by lunchtime.

to hit using hands or weapons

The blacksmith struck the hot metal with a hammer to shape it.

to show a lot of respect for someone or something

Families may honor their heritage by preserving and passing down cultural traditions.

to meet up with someone in order to cooperate or socialize

We should get together to discuss the project's details.

an action or speech that offends a person or thing

They were upset by the disrespect shown towards their culture.

someone who lives by asking people for food or money

The beggar sat on the sidewalk, holding a sign asking for assistance.

people who lack stable housing and so live on the streets

The organization provides support services for the homeless in the area.

the use of children in a business or other forms of work that is harmful to their physical and mental development

Child labor remains a significant issue in many developing countries, where children are often forced to work in dangerous conditions.

the excessive consumption of alcohol which can cause harm to physical health, mental well-being, social relationships, and overall functioning

His alcohol abuse affected his job performance, leading to multiple warnings from his employer.

an international organization with a spiritually inclined twelve-step program designed to help people who are trying to stop drinking alcohol

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings provide a supportive environment for individuals recovering from alcohol addiction.

a person who has the habit of drinking too much alcohol

The alcoholic sought help to overcome their addiction.

the business or act of having sexual intercourse with people in exchange for money

He researched the history of prostitution in different cultures.