Speaking & Writing: Society & community

parliament

the group of people who are elected to make a country’s laws and discuss important national affairs

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

culture

the beliefs, way of life, art, and customs that are shared and accepted by people in a particular society

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

govern

to officially and legally control a country and make all the decisions about taxes, laws, public services etc

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

republic

a country governed by elected representatives of the people, and led by a president, not a king or queen

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

nation

a country, considered especially in relation to its people and its social or economic structure

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

Museum

a building where important cultural , historical, or scientific objects are kept and shown to the public

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

public

relating to all the ordinary people in a country, who are not members of the government or do not have important jobs

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

caste

A caste is one of the traditional social classes into which people are divided in a Hindu society

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

oppress

to treat a group of people unfairly or cruelly, and prevent them from having the same rights that other people in society have

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

council

a group of people that are chosen to make rules, laws, or decisions, or to give advice

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

suppress

to stop people from opposing the government, especially by using force

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

individualism

the belief that the rights and freedom of individual people are the most important rights in a society

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

constitution

a set of basic laws and principles that a country or organization is governed by

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

history

all the things that happened in the past, especially the political, social, or economic development of a nation

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

moralize

to tell other people your ideas about right and wrong behaviour, especially when they have not asked for your opinion

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

socialization

the process by which people, especially children, are made to behave in a way that is acceptable in their society

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

pageant

A pageant is a colourful public procession, show, or ceremony. Pageants are usually held outdoors and often celebrate events or people from history.

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

bylaw

a law made by a local government that people in that area must obey

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

forum

an organization, meeting, TV programme etc where people have a chance to publicly discuss an important subject

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

disturbance

a situation in which people behave violently in public

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

society

people in general, considered in relation to the laws, organizations etc that make it possible for them to live together

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

arbiter

someone who influences society’s opinions about what is stylish , socially acceptable etc

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

Marxism

the system of political thinking invented by Karl Marx, which explains changes in history as the result of a struggle between social classes

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

democracy

a system of government in which every citizen in the country can vote to elect its government officials

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

census

an official process of counting a country’s population and finding out about the people

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

morality

beliefs or ideas about what is right and wrong and about how people should behave

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

combination

a mixture of different people or things that work successfully together

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

exhibit

to show something in a public place so that people can go to see it

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

firebrand

someone who tries to make people angry about a law, government etc so that they will try to change it

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

uprising

an attempt by a group of people to change the government, laws etc in an area or country

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

repressive

a repressive government or law controls people in a cruel and severe way

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

social

relating to human society and its organization, or the quality of people’s lives

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

Festival

a special occasion when people celebrate something such as a religious event, and there is often a public holiday

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

forfeit

to lose a right, position, possession etc or have it taken away from you because you have broken a law or rule

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

socialism

an economic and political system in which large industries are owned by the government, and taxes are used to take some wealth away from richer citizens and give it to poorer citizens

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

sound

to publicly give a warning or tell people to be careful

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

federal

a federal country or system of government consists of a group of states which control their own affairs, but which are also controlled by a single national government which makes decisions on foreign affairs, defence etc

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

reunion

a social meeting of people who have not met for a long time, especially people who were at school or college together

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

parade

a public celebration when musical bands, brightly decorated vehicles etc move down the street

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

custom

something that is done by people in a particular society because it is traditional

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

mixture

a combination of two or more different things, feelings, or types of people

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

infringe

to do something that is against a law or someone’s legal rights

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

agitation

public argument or action for social or political change

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

community

the people who live in the same area, town etc

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

agitate

to argue strongly in public for something you want, especially a political or social change

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

nobility

the group of people in some countries who belong to the highest social class and have titles such as ‘Duke’ or ‘Countess’

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

obligate

to make someone have to do something, because it is the law, their duty, or the right thing to do

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

law

the whole system of rules that people in a particular country or area must obey

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

media

all the organizations, such as television, radio, and newspapers, that provide news and information for the public, or the people who do this work

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

restoration

the act of bringing back a law, tax, or system of government

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

practice

something that people do often, especially a particular way of doing something or a social or religious custom

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

claimant

someone who claims something, especially money, from the government, a court etc because they think they have a right to it

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

migration

the movement of large numbers of people, birds or animals from one place to another

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

Cross

an upright post of wood with another crossing it near the top, that people in the past were fastened to with nails and left to die on as a punishment

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

department

one of the groups of people who work together in a particular part of a large organization such as a hospital, university, company, or government

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

cultural

belonging or relating to a particular society and its way of life

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

equality

a situation in which people have the same rights, advantages etc

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

population

the number of people living in a particular area, country etc

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

nationality

the state of being legally a citizen of a particular country

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

mutter

to speak in a low voice, especially because you are annoyed about something, or you do not want people to hear you

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

mystery

an event, situation etc that people do not understand or cannot explain because they do not know enough about it

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

nationalism

the desire by a group of people of the same race, origin, language etc to form an independent country

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

obstinate

determined not to change your ideas, behaviour, opinions etc, even when other people think you are being unreasonable

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

ourselves

used by the person speaking to show that they and one or more other people are affected by their own action

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

party

a social event when a lot of people meet together to enjoy themselves by eating, drinking, dancing etc

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

police

the people who work for an official organization whose job is to catch criminals and make sure that people obey the law

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

terror

an event or situation that makes people feel extremely frightened, especially because they think they may die

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

aristocracy

the people in the highest social class, who traditionally have a lot of land, money, and power

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

immunity

the state or right of being protected from particular laws or from unpleasant things

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

national

someone who is a citizen of a particular country but is living in another country

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

spokesman

a man who has been chosen to speak officially for a group, organization, or government

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

propaganda

information which is false or which emphasizes just one part of a situation, used by a government or political group to make people agree with them

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

tax

an amount of money that you must pay to the government according to your income, property, goods etc and that is used to pay for public services

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

collision

an accident in which two or more people or vehicles hit each other while moving in different directions

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

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.”

jail

a place where criminals are kept as part of their punishment, or where people who have been charged with a crime are kept before they are judged in a law court

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

mix

the particular combination of things or people in a group or thing

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

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.”

ritual

a ceremony that is always performed in the same way, in order to mark an important religious or social occasion

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

stumble

to stop or make a mistake when you are reading to people or speaking

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

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.”

declare

to state officially and publicly that a particular situation exists or that something is true

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

dominant

Someone or something that is dominant is more powerful, successful, influential, or noticeable than other people or things

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as dominant.”

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.”

profile

a short description that gives important details about a person, a group of people, or a place

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

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.”

restriction

a rule or law that limits or controls what people can do

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

speaker

someone who makes a formal speech to a group of people

“A clear definition of the word “speaker” 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.”

hierarchy

a system of organization in which people or things are divided into levels of importance

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

integrate

to become part of a group or society and be accepted by them, or to help someone do this（

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

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.”

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.”

autonomy

freedom that a place or an organization has to govern or control itself

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

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.”

column

a tall solid upright stone post used to support a building or as a decoration

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

conflict

a state of disagreement or argument between people, groups, countries etc

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

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.”

personality

someone’s character, especially the way they behave towards other people

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

recruit

to find new people to work in a company, join an organization, do a job etc

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

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.””

acknowledge

to accept that someone or something has authority over people

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

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.”

differentiate

to recognize or express the difference between things or people

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

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.””

focus

the thing, person, situation etc that people pay special attention to

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

isolate

to separate one person, group, or thing from other people or things

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

violent

someone who is violent is likely to attack, hurt, or kill other people

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

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.”

minority

a small group of people or things within a much larger group

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

penalty

a punishment for breaking a law, rule, or legal agreement

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

advocate

someone who publicly supports someone or something

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

dubious

probably not honest, true, right etc

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

staff

the people who work for an organization

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

forceful

a forceful person expresses their opinions very strongly and clearly and people are easily persuaded by them

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as forceful.”

plaza

a public square or market place surrounded by buildings, especially in towns in Spanish-speaking countries

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

polarize

to divide into clearly separate groups with opposite beliefs, ideas, or opinions, or to make people do this

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

shy

nervous and embarrassed about meeting and speaking to other people, especially people you do not know

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

flame

to burn brightly

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

gazette

an official newspaper, especially one from the government giving important lists of people who have been employed by them etc

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

inviolable

an inviolable right, law, principle etc is extremely important and should be treated with respect and not broken or removed

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

carnival

a public event at which people play music, wear special clothes, and dance in the streets

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

disagreement

a situation in which people express different opinions about something and sometimes argue

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

invigilate

to watch people who are taking an examination and make sure that they do not cheat

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

prerogative

a right that someone has, especially because of their importance or social position

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

Republican

relating to or supporting a system of government that is not led by a king or queen

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

socialize

to train someone to behave in a way that is acceptable in the society they are living in

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

disco

a place or social event at which people dance to recorded popular music

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

ceremony

an important social or religious event, when a traditional set of actions is performed in a formal way

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

compulsory

something that is compulsory must be done because it is the law or because someone in authority orders you to

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

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.”

hypothesis

an idea that is suggested as an explanation for something, but that has not yet been proved to be true

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

murmur

a soft low sound made by people speaking quietly or a long way away

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

predominant

If something is predominant, it is more important or noticeable than anything else in a set of people or things

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

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.”

citizenship

the legal right of belonging to a particular country

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

indigenous

indigenous people or things have always been in the place where they are, rather than being brought there from somewhere else

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

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.”

tribe

a social group consisting of people of the same race who have the same beliefs, customs, language etc, and usually live in one particular area ruled by their leader

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

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.”

contrast

a difference between people, ideas, situations, things etc that are being compared

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

controversy

a serious argument about something that involves many people and continues for a long time

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

eccentric

someone who behaves in a way that is different from what is usual or socially accepted

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

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.”

nutrition

the process of giving or getting the right type of food for good health and growth

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

persist

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

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

prevalent

common at a particular time, in a particular place, or among a particular group of people

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

solicitor

a type of lawyer in Britain who gives legal advice, prepares the necessary documents when property is bought or sold, and defends people, especially in the lower courts of law

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

topic

a subject that people talk or write about

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

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.”

insight

the ability to understand and realize what people or situations are really like

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

liberal

allowing people or organizations a lot of political or economic freedom

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

proclaim

to say publicly or officially that something important is true or exists

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

qualify

to have the right to have or do something, or to give someone this right

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

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.”

energetic

having or needing a lot of energy or determination

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as energetic.”

formidable

very powerful or impressive, and often frightening

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

inclination

a tendency to think or behave in a particular way

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

propagate

to spread an idea, belief etc to many people

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

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.”

destructive

causing damage to people or things

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as destructive.”

announcer

someone who gives information to people using a loudspeaker or microphone , especially at an airport or railway station

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

expropriate

if a government or someone in authority expropriates your private property, they take it away for public use

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

moralistic

with very strong beliefs about what is right and wrong, especially when this makes you judge other people’s behaviour

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

poorhouse

a building where very poor people in the past could live and be fed, which was paid for with public money

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

reciprocity

a situation in which two people, groups, or countries give each other similar kinds of help or special rights

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

rehearse

to practise or make people practise something such as a play or concert in order to prepare for a public performance

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

humanity

people in general

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

microphone

a piece of equipment that you speak into to record your voice or make it louder when you are speaking or performing in public

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

mismatch

a combination of things or people that do not work well together or are not suitable for each other

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

stele

an upright stone slab or column decorated with figures or inscriptions, common in prehistoric times

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

finnish

Finnish means belonging or relating to Finland or to its people, language, or culture

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

foment

to cause trouble and make people start fighting each other or opposing the government

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

gentlemanly

a man who is gentlemanly speaks and behaves politely, and treats other people with respect

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

iroquois

a member of any of a group of North American Indian peoples formerly living between the Hudson River and the St Lawrence and Lake Erie

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

philippine

Philippine means belonging or relating to the Philippines, or to their people or culture

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as philippine.”

rude

speaking or behaving in a way that is not polite and is likely to offend or annoy people

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

culturally

in a way that is related to the ideas, beliefs, or customs of a society

“The report explains why the community decision pattern developed culturally.”

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.”

anarchist

someone who believes that governments, laws etc are not necessary

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

campaign

to lead or take part in a series of actions intended to achieve a particular social or political result

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

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.”

desalination

the process of removing salt from sea water so that people can use it

“A clear definition of the word “desalination” 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.”

pluralism

when people of many different races, religions, and political beliefs live together in the same society, or the belief that this can happen successfully

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

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.”

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.””

yuan

The yuan is the unit of money used in the People's Republic of China

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

bluntly

speaking in a direct honest way that sometimes upsets people

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

embarrass

to make someone feel ashamed, nervous, or uncomfortable, especially in front of other people

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

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.”

independent

an independent organization is not owned or controlled by, or does not receive money from, another organization or the government

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as independent.”

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.”

passive

someone who is passive tends to accept things that happen to them or things that people say to them, without taking any action

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

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.”

prosecute

to charge someone with a crime and try to show that they are guilty of it in a court of law

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

repeal

if a government repeals a law, it officially ends that law

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

speechwriter

someone whose job is to write speeches for other people

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

stratification

when society is divided into separate social classes

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

testimony

a formal statement saying that something is true, especially one a witness makes in a court of law

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

unconventional

If you describe a person or their attitude or behaviour as unconventional, you mean that they do not behave in the same way as most other people in their society

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

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.””

dominate

to control someone or something or to have more importance than other people or things

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

enfranchise

to give a group of people the right to vote

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

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.”

government

the group of people who govern a country or state

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

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.”

power

the ability or right to control people or events

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

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.”

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.”

inca

a member of a South American Indian people whose great empire centred on Peru lasted from about 1100 ad to the Spanish conquest in the early 1530s and is famed for its complex culture

“A clear definition of the word “inca” 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.”

provincialism

Provincialism is the holding of old-fashioned attitudes and opinions, which some people think is typical of people in areas away from the capital city or any large city of a country

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

brief

a short spoken or written statement giving facts about a law case

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

bureau

a government department or a part of a government department in the US

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

disguise

to change someone’s appearance so that people cannot recognize them

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

monster

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

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

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.”

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