Lingo

Politics

39 Words

20m

regime
1.
re
gime
Noun

a system of governing that is authoritarian and usually not selected in a fair election

The previous regime was known for its human rights violations.

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ambassador
2.
am
ba
ssa
dor
Noun

a senior official whose job is living in a foreign country and representing their own country

The ambassador hosted a reception at the embassy to strengthen diplomatic relations between the two nations.

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embassy
3.
em
ba
ssy
Noun

the ambassador and the staff who represent their government in a foreign country

The embassy attended the peace conference as official representatives of their nation.

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summit
4.
su
mmit
Noun

the top of a mountain

Climbers rejoiced upon reaching the summit of Mount Everest, the highest point on Earth.

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wing
5.
wing
Noun

any of the two parts of the body of a bird, insect, etc. used for flying

The bird spread its wings and soared high into the sky.

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spokesperson
6.
spoke
sper
son
Noun

a person who speaks formally for an organization, government, etc.

The spokesperson for the company issued a statement addressing the recent controversy.

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bureaucracy
7.
bu
reauc
ra
cy
Noun

the group of people in the government who are chosen for their jobs rather than elected to handle administrative tasks

The bureaucracy manages public services like issuing permits and licenses.

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democracy
8.
de
moc
ra
cy
Noun

a belief or ideology that supports governance by the people, emphasizing equal participation in the political process

She strongly believes in democracy and advocates for government by the people.

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democratic
9.
de
moc
ra
tic
Adjective

denoting and regarding Democratic Party

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democrat
10.
de
moc
rat
Noun

someone who supports social equality, healthcare reform, environmental protection, and a more active role for government in addressing social issues

As a Democrat, she believes in expanding access to healthcare for all citizens through government programs.

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congress
11.
cong
ress
Noun

the legislative body of the United States, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives

Congress passed a new healthcare bill.

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parliament
12.
par
lia
ment
Noun

the group of elected representatives whose responsibility is to create, amend, and discuss laws or address political matters

The parliament convened to debate the proposed healthcare reform bill.

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senate
13.
se
nate
Noun

the upper chamber of the United States Congress, responsible for lawmaking, oversight, and approval of appointments

The Senate confirmed the new Supreme Court justice.

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senator
14.
se
na
tor
Noun

one of the members of Senate

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cabinet
15.
ca
bi
net
Noun

a piece of furniture with shelves or drawers for storing or displaying things

The cabinet doors are made of glass, allowing us to see inside.

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slogan
16.
slo
gan
Noun

a short memorable phrase that is used in advertising to draw people's attention toward something

The company's slogan "Just Do It" became synonymous with their brand, inspiring millions of athletes worldwide.

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campaign
17.
cam
paign
Noun

a hunting expedition, typically involving an overland journey (especially in Africa)

The wealthy explorer funded a campaign to hunt big game in the Serengeti.

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conservative
18.
con
ser
va
tive
Adjective

supporting traditional values and beliefs and not willing to accept any contradictory change

She was raised in a conservative household where adherence to tradition was strongly emphasized.

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dictatorship
19.
dic
ta
tor
ship
Noun

a form of government where power is concentrated in the hands of a single individual or a small group, often with absolute authority, without the consent of the people

Under the dictatorship, citizens had no freedom of speech or assembly.

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dictator
20.
dic
ta
tor
Noun

a ruler that has total power over a state, particularly a ruler who gained power through force

The dictator imposed strict censorship laws to suppress any opposition to his regime.

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council
21.
council
Noun

a group of elected people who govern a city, town, etc.

She was elected to serve on the local council.

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poll
22.
poll
Verb

to ask people specific questions to gather their opinions or preferences on a particular subject

The political candidate decided to poll potential voters to understand their concerns.

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diplomacy
23.
dip
lo
ma
cy
Noun

the job, skill, or act of managing the relationships between different countries

Diplomacy helped prevent the two nations from going to war.

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diplomat
24.
dip
lo
mat
Noun

an official representing a country's government in foreign relations

The diplomat negotiated a trade agreement between two neighboring countries.

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federal
25.
fe
de
ral
Adjective

relating to the central government of a country rather than the local or regional governments

Federal laws apply uniformly across the entire country.

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republic
26.
re
pub
lic
Noun

a governing system in which the supreme power is held by people and their chosen representatives

The nation declared itself a republic after overthrowing the monarchy.

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republican
27.
re
pub
li
can
Noun

(in the US) someone who supports or is a member of the Republican Party

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extremism
28.
ext
re
mi
sm
Noun

religious or political actions, beliefs, or ideas that most people find them extreme, unreasonable, and abnormal

The rise of political extremism in the region has led to increased tensions and conflicts among communities.

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radical
29.
ra
di
cal
Adjective

supporting total and extreme social or political changes

The radical activist advocated for the overthrow of the government to establish a new social order.

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free trade
30.
free trade
Noun

a system of international trading in which there are no restrictions or taxes on goods bought or sold

Many economists argue that free trade agreements promote economic growth by reducing barriers to international commerce.

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governor
31.
go
ver
nor
Noun

someone who is in charge of a region or town

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liberal
32.
li
be
ral
Adjective

willing to accept, respect, and understand different behaviors, beliefs, opinions, etc.

She has a liberal attitude towards social issues, advocating for equality and justice.

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independence
33.
in
de
pen
dence
Adjective

having a rich and vibrant shade of blue that is often associated with the concept of freedom, liberty, and independence

The independence sky stretched endlessly above, a serene blue canvas of freedom.

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monarchy
34.
mo
nar
chy
Noun

a system of government or a country or state that is ruled by a king or queen

The monarchy has existed in the country for centuries, with the king serving as the head of state.

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propaganda
35.
pro
pa
gan
da
Noun

information and statements that are mostly biased and false and are used to promote a political cause or leader

The regime used propaganda to control the narrative and maintain public support.

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anarchy
36.
a
nar
chy
Noun

the state of an organization or country that is lacking in order, authority, or control

The country descended into anarchy after the government was overthrown.

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opposition
37.
o
ppo
si
tion
Noun

a person or group that competes against another in a contest, competition, or conflict

The boxer trained hard to face his opposition in the final match.

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revolution
38.
re
vo
lu
tion
Noun

the fundamental change of power, government, etc. in a country by people, particularly involving violence

The revolution led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a republic.

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reform
39.
re
form
Verb

to change something in order to make it better

Social activists work to reform policies to address inequality and injustice.

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