Integrated Reading: Society & community

The words

Every word in this set, with what it means. Tap a word to hear it.

coordinate

to organize an activity so that the people involved in it work well together and achieve a good result

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “coordinate” describes an action or change.”

mutual

mutual feelings such as respect, trust, or hatred are feelings that two or more people have for each other

“The report describes the community decision issue as mutual.”

prior

a person’s right to something which is considered more important than another person’s right to the same thing

“The report describes the community decision issue as prior.”

contribute

to give money, help, ideas etc to something that a lot of other people are also involved in

“A clear example helps learners use “contribute” in a sentence about the community decision.”

personal

belonging or relating to one particular person, rather than to other people or to people in general

“The report describes the community decision issue as personal.”

relief

a feeling of comfort when something frightening, worrying, or painful has ended or has not happened

“A clear definition of the word “relief” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

reputation

the opinion that people have about someone or something because of what has happened in the past

“A clear definition of the word “reputation” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

concentrate

to be present in large numbers or amounts somewhere, or to cause people or things to be present in large numbers or amounts somewhere

“Learners hear “concentrate” while following the community decision explanation.”

journal

a serious magazine produced for professional people or those with a particular interest

“A clear definition of the word “journal” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

survey

to ask a large number of people questions in order to find out their attitudes or opinions

“Learners hear “survey” while following the community decision explanation.”

track

a narrow path or road with a rough uneven surface, especially one made by people or animals frequently moving through the same place

“The speaker used the word “track” while explaining the community decision problem.”

agency

a business that provides a particular service for people or organizations

“A clear definition of the word “agency” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

chief

the most important person, or one of the most important people, in a company or organization – used especially in job titles and in news reports

“A clear definition of the word “chief” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

distinguish

to recognize and understand the difference between two or more things or people

“A clear example helps learners use “distinguish” in a sentence about the community decision.”

represent

to officially speak or take action for another person or group of people

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “represent” describes an action or change.”

session

a formal meeting or group of meetings, especially of a law court or parliament

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “session.””

capacity

the amount of space a container, room etc has to hold things or people

“Learners saw the word “capacity” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

distribute

to share things among a group of people, especially in a planned way

“A clear example helps learners use “distribute” in a sentence about the community decision.”

finance

the management of money by governments, large organizations etc

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “finance.””

entitle

to give someone the official right to do or have something

“The speaker explains how “entitle” is used in a report about the community decision.”

gallery

a large building where people can see famous pieces of art

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “gallery.””

match

an organized sports event between two teams or people

“The speaker used the word “match” while explaining the community decision problem.”

staff

the people who work for an organization

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “staff.””

convention

a large formal meeting for people who belong to the same profession or organization or who have the same interests

“A clear definition of the word “convention” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

generous

someone who is generous is willing to give money, spend time etc, in order to help people or give them pleasure

“The report describes the community decision issue as generous.”

subsidy

money that is paid by a government or organization to make prices lower, reduce the cost of producing goods etc

“A clear definition of the word “subsidy” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

patent

to obtain a special document giving you the right to make or sell a new invention or product

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “patent” describes an action or change.”

prevail

if a belief, custom, situation etc prevails, it exists among a group of people at a certain time

“A clear example helps learners use “prevail” in a sentence about the community decision.”

textile

any type of woven cloth that is made in large quantities, used especially by people in the business of making clothes etc

“A clear definition of the word “textile” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

abolish

to officially end a law, system etc, especially one that has existed for a long time

“Learners hear “abolish” while following the community decision explanation.”

advertise

to tell the public about a product or service in order to persuade them to buy it

“A clear example helps learners use “advertise” in a sentence about the community decision.”

fierce

a fierce person or animal is angry or ready to attack, and looks very frightening

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as fierce.”

flash

to shine suddenly and brightly for a short time, or to make something shine in this way

“Learners hear “flash” while following the community decision explanation.”

persist

to continue to do something, although this is difficult, or other people oppose it

“Learners hear “persist” while following the community decision explanation.”

heritage

the traditional beliefs, values, customs etc of a family, country, or society

“The speaker used the word “heritage” while explaining the community decision problem.”

highlight

to make a problem or subject easy to notice so that people pay attention to it

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “highlight” describes an action or change.”

split

to divide something into separate parts and share it between two or more people

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “split” describes an action or change.”

committee

a group of people chosen to do a particular job, make decisions etc

“A clear definition of the word “committee” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

plot

a secret plan by a group of people to do something harmful or illegal

“A clear definition of the word “plot” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

transit

the process of moving goods or people from one place to another

“The speaker used the word “transit” while explaining the community decision problem.”

configuration

the combination of equipment needed to run a computer system

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “configuration.””

fade

to lose colour and brightness, or to make something do this

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “fade” describes an action or change.”

resort

a place where a lot of people go for holidays

“A clear definition of the word “resort” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

snobbish

behaving in a way that shows you think you are better than other people because you are from a higher social class or know more than they do

“The report describes the community decision issue as snobbish.”

competition

a situation in which people or organizations try to be more successful than other people or organizations

“A clear definition of the word “competition” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

elite

a group of people who have a lot of power and influence because they have money, knowledge, or special skills

“A clear definition of the word “elite” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

huddle

a group of people or things that are close together, but not arranged in any particular order, pattern, or system

“Learners saw the word “huddle” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

March

an organized event in which many people walk together to express their ideas or protest about something

“A clear definition of the word “march” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

pole

a long stick or post usually made of wood or metal, often set upright in the ground to support something

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “pole.””

questionnaire

a written set of questions which you give to a large number of people in order to collect information

“A clear definition of the word “questionnaire” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

ruthless

so determined to get what you want that you do not care if you have to hurt other people in order to do it

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as ruthless.”

sack

a situation in which an army goes through a place, destroying or stealing things and attacking people

“Learners saw the word “sack” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

segregate

to separate one group of people from others, especially because they are of a different race, sex, or religion

“A clear example helps learners use “segregate” in a sentence about the community decision.”

vehicle

a machine with an engine that is used to take people or things from one place to another, such as a car, bus, or truck

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “vehicle.””

contentious

causing a lot of argument and disagreement between people

“During the community decision discussion, “contentious” signals a particular quality.”

expedition

a long and carefully organized journey, especially to a dangerous or unfamiliar place, or the people that make this journey

“The speaker used the word “expedition” while explaining the community decision problem.”

migrate

if people migrate, they go to live in another area or country, especially in order to find work

“The speaker explains how “migrate” is used in a report about the community decision.”

policy

a way of doing something that has been officially agreed and chosen by a political party, a business, or another organization

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “policy.””

professional

someone who earns money by doing a job, sport, or activity that many other people do just for fun

“The speaker used the word “professional” while explaining the community decision problem.”

verdict

an official decision made in a court of law, especially about whether someone is guilty of a crime or how a death happened

“The speaker used the word “verdict” while explaining the community decision problem.”

versus

used to show that two people or teams are competing against each other in a game or court case

“In this community decision, the word “versus” helps express a precise idea.”

cement

to make a relationship between people, countries, or organizations firm and strong

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “cement” describes an action or change.”

comet

an object in space like a bright ball with a long tail, that moves around the sun

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “comet.””

genius

a very high level of intelligence, mental skill, or ability, which only a few people have

“A clear definition of the word “genius” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

inaugurate

to hold an official ceremony when someone starts doing an important job in government

“The speaker explains how “inaugurate” is used in a report about the community decision.”

outlaw

someone who has done something illegal, and who is hiding in order to avoid punishment – used especially about criminals in the past

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “outlaw.””

succession

the act of taking over an official job or position, or the right to be the next to take it

“A clear definition of the word “succession” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

ambulance

a special vehicle that is used to take people who are ill or injured to hospital

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “ambulance.””

auditorium

the part of a theatre where people sit when watching a play, concert etc

“A clear definition of the word “auditorium” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

executive

a group of people who are in charge of an organization and make the rules

“Learners saw the word “executive” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

fake

a copy of a valuable object, painting etc that is intended to deceive people

“A clear definition of the word “fake” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

legal

if something is legal, you are allowed to do it or have to do it by law

“The speaker uses “legal” to characterize the community decision situation.”

lobby

a wide passage or large hall just inside the entrance to a public building

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “lobby.””

righteous

strong feelings of anger when you think a situation is not morally right or fair

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as righteous.”

monster

an imaginary or ancient creature that is large, ugly, and frightening

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “monster.””

sociable

someone who is sociable is friendly and enjoys being with other people

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as sociable.”

stipulate

if an agreement, law, or rule stipulates something, it must be done

“A clear example helps learners use “stipulate” in a sentence about the community decision.”

triple

having three parts or involving three groups, people, events etc

“The report describes the community decision issue as triple.”

category

a group of people or things that are all of the same type

“Learners saw the word “category” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

comedy

entertainment that is intended to make people laugh

“The speaker used the word “comedy” while explaining the community decision problem.”

conform

to be similar to what people expect or think is usual

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “conform” describes an action or change.”

municipal

relating to or belonging to the government of a town or city

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as municipal.”

shrewd

good at judging what people or situations are really like

“The speaker uses “shrewd” to characterize the community decision situation.”

ambition

determination to be successful, rich, powerful etc

“A clear definition of the word “ambition” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

hazardous

dangerous, especially to people’s health or safety

“The speaker uses “hazardous” to characterize the community decision situation.”

inhabitant

one of the people who live in a particular place

“Learners saw the word “inhabitant” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

auction

a public meeting where land, buildings, paintings etc are sold to the person who offers the most money for them

“A clear definition of the word “auction” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

expenditure

the total amount of money that a government, organization, or person spends during a particular period of time

“The speaker used the word “expenditure” while explaining the community decision problem.”

entertain

to invite people to your home for a meal, party etc, or to take your company’s customers somewhere to have a meal, drinks etc

“Learners hear “entertain” while following the community decision explanation.”

barrier

a rule, problem etc that prevents people from doing something, or limits what they can do

“A clear definition of the word “barrier” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

fabric

the fabric of a society is its basic structure, way of life, relationships, and traditions

“A clear definition of the word “fabric” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

individual

a person, considered separately from the rest of the group or society that they live in

“The speaker used the word “individual” while explaining the community decision problem.”

legend

an old, well-known story, often about brave people, adventures, or magical events

“A clear definition of the word “legend” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

admit

to agree unwillingly that something is true or that someone else is right

“A clear example helps learners use “admit” in a sentence about the community decision.”

announce

to officially tell people about something, especially about a plan or a decision

“A clear example helps learners use “announce” in a sentence about the community decision.”

defendant

the person in a court of law who has been accused of doing something illegal

“The speaker used the word “defendant” while explaining the community decision problem.”

dense

made of or containing a lot of things or people that are very close together

“During the community decision discussion, “dense” signals a particular quality.”

humiliate

to make someone feel ashamed or stupid, especially when other people are present

“Learners hear “humiliate” while following the community decision explanation.”

lure

something that attracts people, or the quality of being able to do this

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “lure.””

pavement

a hard level surface or path at the side of a road for people to walk on

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “pavement.””

permit

to allow something to happen, especially by an official decision, rule, or law

“The speaker explains how “permit” is used in a report about the community decision.”

thoughtful

always thinking of the things you can do to make people happy or comfortable

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as thoughtful.”

unemployment

the number of people in a particular country or area who cannot get a job

“The speaker used the word “unemployment” while explaining the community decision problem.”

absolute

something that is considered to be true or right in all situations

“A clear definition of the word “absolute” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

Conversation

an informal talk in which people exchange news, feelings, and thoughts

“A clear definition of the word “conversation” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

feast

a large meal where a lot of people celebrate a special occasion

“A clear definition of the word “feast” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

inhabit

if animals or people inhabit an area or place, they live there

“A clear example helps learners use “inhabit” in a sentence about the community decision.”

lawn

an area of ground in a garden or park that is covered with short grass

“Learners saw the word “lawn” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

revolt

a refusal to accept someone’s authority or obey rules or laws

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “revolt.””

tragedy

a very sad event, that shocks people because it involves death

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “tragedy.””

attendance

the number of people who attend a game, concert, meeting etc

“A clear definition of the word “attendance” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

dispatch

the act of sending people or things to a particular place

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “dispatch.””

justice

the quality of being right and deserving fair treatment

“A clear definition of the word “justice” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

acoustic

relating to sound and the way people hear things

“During the community decision discussion, “acoustic” signals a particular quality.”

antagonism

hatred between people or groups of people

“The speaker used the word “antagonism” while explaining the community decision problem.”

crime

an illegal action, which can be punished by law

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “crime.””

glare

a bright unpleasant light which hurts your eyes

“A clear definition of the word “glare” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

legislation

the act or process of making a law or laws

“A clear definition of the word “legislation” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

practitioner

someone who works as a doctor or a lawyer

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “practitioner.””

affirm

to state publicly that something is true

“The speaker explains how “affirm” is used in a report about the community decision.”

majority

most of the people or things in a group

“A clear definition of the word “majority” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

apartheid

Apartheid was a political system in South Africa in which people were divided into racial groups and kept apart by law

“Learners saw the word “apartheid” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

curfew

a law that forces people to stay indoors after a particular time at night, or the time people must be indoors

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “curfew.””

medicaid

a system in the US by which the government helps to pay the cost of medical treatment for poor people

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “medicaid.””

technocracy

a social system in which people with a lot of knowledge about science, machines, and computers have a lot of power

“A clear definition of the word “technocracy” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

totalitarian

based on a political system in which ordinary people have no power and are completely controlled by the government

“The report describes the community decision issue as totalitarian.”

workfare

a system in which unemployed people have to work before they are given money for food, rent etc by the government

“The speaker used the word “workfare” while explaining the community decision problem.”

authoritarian

strictly forcing people to obey a set of rules or laws, especially ones that are wrong or unfair

“During the community decision discussion, “authoritarian” signals a particular quality.”

consul

a government official sent to live in a foreign city to help people from his or her own country who are living or staying there

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “consul.””

dregs

not polite an offensive expression used to describe the people that you consider are the least important or useful in society

“The speaker used the word “dregs” while explaining the community decision problem.”

enclave

a small area that is within a larger area where people of a different kind or nationality live

“Learners saw the word “enclave” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

halo

a bright circle that is often shown above or around the heads of holy people in religious art

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “halo.””

maori

someone who belongs to the race of people that first lived in New Zealand and now forms only a small part of the population

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “maori.””

nazi

a member of the National Socialist Party of Adolf Hitler which controlled Germany from 1933 to 1945

“Learners saw the word “nazi” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

snob

someone who thinks they are better than people from a lower social class – used to show disapproval

“Learners saw the word “snob” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

underclass

the lowest social class, consisting of people who are very poor and who are not likely to be able to improve their situation

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “underclass.””

underprivileged

very poor, with worse living conditions, educational opportunities etc than most people in society

“The speaker uses “underprivileged” to characterize the community decision situation.”

bourgeoisie

the people in a society who are rich, educated, own land etc, according to Marxism

“The speaker used the word “bourgeoisie” while explaining the community decision problem.”

cleavage

a difference between two people or things that often causes problems or arguments

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “cleavage.””

dissident

someone who publicly criticizes the government in a country where this is punished

“A clear definition of the word “dissident” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

fascism

a right-wing political system in which people’s lives are completely controlled by the state and no political opposition is allowed

“Learners saw the word “fascism” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

persistence

determination to do something even though it is difficult or other people oppose it

“The speaker used the word “persistence” while explaining the community decision problem.”

rehearsal

a time when all the people in a play, concert etc practise before a public performance

“A clear definition of the word “rehearsal” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

secretariat

a government office or the office of a large international organization, especially one that has a secretary general in charge of it

“A clear definition of the word “secretariat” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

clown

someone who wears funny clothes, a red nose, bright make-up on their face etc, and does silly things to make people laugh, especially at a circus

“A clear definition of the word “clown” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

demo

an event at which a large group of people publicly protest about something

“The speaker used the word “demo” while explaining the community decision problem.”

enshrine

if something such as a tradition or right is enshrined in something, it is preserved and protected so that people will remember and respect it

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “enshrine” describes an action or change.”

handshake

the act of taking someone’s right hand and shaking it, which people do when they meet or leave each other or when they have made an agreement

“A clear definition of the word “handshake” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

hobnob

to spend time talking to people who are in a higher social position than you

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “hobnob” describes an action or change.”

injustice

a situation in which people are treated very unfairly and not given their rights

“Learners saw the word “injustice” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

clinic

a place, often in a hospital, where medical treatment is given to people who do not need to stay in the hospital

“Learners saw the word “clinic” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

convene

if a group of people convene, or someone convenes them, they come together, especially for a formal meeting

“Learners hear “convene” while following the community decision explanation.”

coupon

a small piece of printed paper that gives you the right to pay less for something or get something free

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “coupon.””

ideology

a set of beliefs on which a political or economic system is based, or which strongly influence the way people behave

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “ideology.””

illicit

not allowed by laws or rules, or strongly disapproved of by society

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as illicit.”

mania

a strong desire for something or interest in something, especially one that affects a lot of people at the same time

“Learners saw the word “mania” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

moral

relating to the principles of what is right and wrong behaviour, and with the difference between good and evil

“During the community decision discussion, “moral” signals a particular quality.”

nourishment

the food and other substances that people and other living things need to live, grow, and stay healthy

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “nourishment.””

overflow

the amount of something or the number of people that cannot be contained in a place because it is already full

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “overflow.””

placid

a placid person does not often get angry or upset and does not usually mind doing what other people want them to

“The speaker uses “placid” to characterize the community decision situation.”

prestige

the respect and admiration that someone or something gets because of their success or important position in society

“A clear definition of the word “prestige” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

publicity

Publicity is information or actions that are intended to attract the public's attention to someone or something

“The speaker used the word “publicity” while explaining the community decision problem.”

reciprocal

a reciprocal arrangement or relationship is one in which two people or groups do or give the same things to each other

“The report describes the community decision issue as reciprocal.”

sign

a piece of paper, metal, or wood with words or a picture that gives people information, warnings, or instructions

“The speaker used the word “sign” while explaining the community decision problem.”

ultraviolet

ultraviolet light cannot be seen by people, but is responsible for making your skin darker when you are in the sun

“During the community decision discussion, “ultraviolet” signals a particular quality.”

upscale

relating to people from a high social class who have a lot of money

“The speaker uses “upscale” to characterize the community decision situation.”

agenda

a list of problems or subjects that a government, organization etc is planning to deal with

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “agenda.””

arrogant

behaving in an unpleasant or rude way because you think you are more important than other people

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as arrogant.”

congestion

If there is congestion in a place, the place is extremely crowded and blocked with traffic or people

“The speaker used the word “congestion” while explaining the community decision problem.”

convict

to prove or officially announce that someone is guilty of a crime after a trial in a law court

“Learners hear “convict” while following the community decision explanation.”

dominion

the power or right to rule people or control something

“The speaker used the word “dominion” while explaining the community decision problem.”

donation

something, especially money, that you give to a person or an organ-ization in order to help them

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “donation.””

electorate

all the people in a country who have the right to vote

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “electorate.””

picket

when a group of people stand or march in front of a shop, factory, government building etc to protest about something or to stop people from going in during a strike

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “picket.””

preach

to talk about a religious subject in a public place, especially in a church during a service

“A clear example helps learners use “preach” in a sentence about the community decision.”

scandal

an event in which someone, especially someone important, behaves in a bad way that shocks people

“Learners saw the word “scandal” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

solidarity

loyalty and general agreement between all the people in a group, or between different groups, because they all have a shared aim

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “solidarity.””

unsociable

not wanting to be with people or to go to social events

“The speaker uses “unsociable” to characterize the community decision situation.”

veto

a refusal to give official permission for something, or the right to refuse to give such permission

“Learners saw the word “veto” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

ardent

showing strong positive feelings about an activity and determination to succeed at it

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as ardent.”

cater

To cater to a group of people means to provide all the things that they need or want

“A clear example helps learners use “cater” in a sentence about the community decision.”

colonial

someone who lives in a colony but who is a citizen of the country that rules the colony

“The speaker used the word “colonial” while explaining the community decision problem.”

conspiracy

a secret plan made by two or more people to do something that is harmful or illegal

“A clear definition of the word “conspiracy” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

cynical

unwilling to believe that people have good, honest, or sincere reasons for doing something

“During the community decision discussion, “cynical” signals a particular quality.”

disperse

if a group of people disperse or are dispersed, they go away in different directions

“A clear example helps learners use “disperse” in a sentence about the community decision.”

eloquent

able to express your ideas and opinions well, especially in a way that influences people

“The speaker uses “eloquent” to characterize the community decision situation.”

invoke

to make a particular idea, image, or feeling appear in people’s minds by describing an event or situation, or by talking about a person

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “invoke” describes an action or change.”

savage

an offensive word used to describe people who have a simple traditional way of life

“During the community decision discussion, “savage” signals a particular quality.”

statesman

a political or government leader, especially one who is respected as being wise and fair

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “statesman.””

stubborn

determined not to change your mind, even when people think you are being unreasonable

“During the community decision discussion, “stubborn” signals a particular quality.”

ambassador

an important official who represents his or her government in a foreign country

“The speaker used the word “ambassador” while explaining the community decision problem.”

coin

to invent a new word or expression, especially one that many people start to use

“The speaker explains how “coin” is used in a report about the community decision.”

cooperative

a business or organization owned equally by all the people working there

“The speaker used the word “cooperative” while explaining the community decision problem.”

denounce

to express strong disapproval of someone or something, especially in public

“The speaker explains how “denounce” is used in a report about the community decision.”

diplomat

someone who officially represents their government in a foreign country

“Learners saw the word “diplomat” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

escalator

a set of moving stairs that take people to different levels in a building

“Learners saw the word “escalator” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

eurocurrency

the currency of any country held on deposit in Europe outside its home market: used as a source of short- or medium-term finance, esp in international trade, because of easy convertibility

“Learners saw the word “eurocurrency” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

fraud

the crime of deceiving people in order to gain something such as money or goods

“Learners saw the word “fraud” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

haven

a place where people or animals can live peacefully or go to in order to be safe

“Learners saw the word “haven” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

snobbery

behaviour or attitudes which show that you think you are better than other people, because you belong to a higher social class or know much more than they do – used to show disapproval

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “snobbery.””

sort

a group or class of people, things etc that have similar qualities or features

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “sort.””

brass

a very hard bright yellow metal that is a mixture of copper and zinc

“A clear definition of the word “brass” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

capital

an important city where the main government of a country, state etc is

“Learners saw the word “capital” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

exposition

a large public event at which you show or sell products, art etc

“Learners saw the word “exposition” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

fickle

someone who is fickle is always changing their mind about people or things that they like, so that you cannot depend on them – used to show disapproval

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as fickle.”

former

the first of two people or things that you have just mentioned

“A clear definition of the word “former” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

intimidate

to frighten or threaten someone into making them do what you want

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “intimidate” describes an action or change.”

mediate

to try to end a quarrel between two people, groups, countries etc

“The speaker explains how “mediate” is used in a report about the community decision.”

shortage

a situation in which there is not enough of something that people need

“The speaker used the word “shortage” while explaining the community decision problem.”

stringent

a stringent law, rule, standard etc is very strict and must be obeyed

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as stringent.”

terrace

the wide steps that the people watching a football match can stand on

“Learners saw the word “terrace” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

counterfeit

to copy something exactly in order to deceive people

“In the community decision discussion, the verb “counterfeit” describes an action or change.”

fiction

books and stories about imaginary people and events

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “fiction.””

flaw

a mistake, mark, or weakness that makes something imperfect

“Learners saw the word “flaw” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

household

relating to looking after a house and the people in it

“During the community decision discussion, “household” signals a particular quality.”

civil

relating to the people who live in a country

“During the community decision discussion, “civil” signals a particular quality.”

counsel

a type of lawyer who represents you in court

“The speaker used the word “counsel” while explaining the community decision problem.”

ethical

relating to principles of what is right and wrong

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as ethical.”

glimmer

to shine with a light that is not very bright

“The speaker explains how “glimmer” is used in a report about the community decision.”

glitter

to shine brightly with flashing points of light

“A clear example helps learners use “glitter” in a sentence about the community decision.”

historic

having taken place or existed in the past

“The speaker uses “historic” to characterize the community decision situation.”

privacy

the state of being free from public attention

“Learners saw the word “privacy” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

bilateral

involving two groups or nations

“The report describes the community decision issue as bilateral.”

discord

disagreement or arguing between people

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “discord.””

multitude

a very large number of people or things

“The speaker used the word “multitude” while explaining the community decision problem.”

legislate

to make a law about something

“Learners hear “legislate” while following the community decision explanation.”

epoch

a period of history

“A clear definition of the word “epoch” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

condition

the situation in which people live or work, especially the physical things that affect the quality of their lives

“A clear definition of the word “condition” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

diagnose

to find out what illness someone has, or what the cause of a fault is, after doing tests, examinations etc

“Learners hear “diagnose” while following the community decision explanation.”

famine

a situation in which a large number of people have little or no food for a long time and many people die

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “famine.””

tolerance

willingness to allow people to do, say, or believe what they want without criticizing or punishing them

“The speaker used the word “tolerance” while explaining the community decision problem.”

alike

used to emphasize that you mean both the people, groups, or things that you have just mentioned

“The team responded alike when the community decision plan changed.”

altruistic

altruistic behaviour shows that you care about and will help other people, even though this brings no advantage for yourself

“The report describes the community decision issue as altruistic.”

archive

a place where a large number of historical records are stored, or the records that are stored

“Learners saw the word “archive” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

effort

an attempt to do something, especially when this involves a lot of hard work or determination

“Learners saw the word “effort” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

flat

a place for people to live that consists of a set of rooms that are part of a larger building

“A clear definition of the word “flat” helped the group discuss the community decision topic.”

incompatible

two people who are incompatible have such diffe-rent characters, beliefs etc that they cannot have a friendly relationship

“During the community decision discussion, “incompatible” signals a particular quality.”

militant

a militant organization or person is willing to use strong or violent action in order to achieve political or social change

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as militant.”

publication

The publication of a book or magazine is the act of printing it and sending it to stores to be sold

“Learners saw the word “publication” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

sanctuary

a peaceful place that is safe and provides protection, especially for people who are in danger

“Learners saw the word “sanctuary” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

communication

the process by which people exchange information or express their thoughts and feelings

“Learners saw the word “communication” while comparing two sides of the community decision issue.”

demand

to ask for something very firmly, especially because you think you have a right to do this

“The speaker explains how “demand” is used in a report about the community decision.”

hinterland

an area of land that is far from the coast, large rivers, or the places where people live

“The speaker used the word “hinterland” while explaining the community decision problem.”

microcosm

a small group, society, or place that has the same qualities as a much larger one

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “microcosm.””

resolution

a formal decision or statement agreed on by a group of people, especially after a vote

“The community decision report includes a section on the word “resolution.””

scrupulous

Someone who is scrupulous takes great care to do what is fair, honest, or morally right

“The speaker uses “scrupulous” to characterize the community decision situation.”

teem

If you say that a place is teeming with people or animals, you mean that it is crowded and the people and animals are moving around a lot

“A clear example helps learners use “teem” in a sentence about the community decision.”

unbiased

unbiased information, opinions, advice etc is fair because the person giving it is not influenced by their own or other people’s opinions

“During the community decision discussion, “unbiased” signals a particular quality.”

wholesale

relating to the business of selling goods in large quantities at low prices to other businesses, rather than to the general public

“The report describes the community decision issue as wholesale.”

absent

to not go to a place or take part in an event where people expect you to be

“The speaker explains how “absent” is used in a report about the community decision.”