Comprehension: Society & community

The words

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

mainstream

the most usual ideas or methods, or the people who have these ideas or methods

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

jury

a group of 12 ordinary people who listen to the details of a case in court and decide whether someone is guilty or not

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

misconception

an idea which is wrong or untrue, but which people believe because they do not understand the subject properly

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

overview

a short description of a subject or situation that gives the main ideas without explaining all the details

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

critique

a detailed explanation of the problems of something such as a set of political ideas

“Learners saw the word “critique” 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.”

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.”

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.”

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.”

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.”

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.”

conception

an idea about what something is like, or a general understanding of something

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

receptive

willing to consider new ideas or listen to someone else’s opinions

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

flighty

a woman who is flighty changes her ideas and opinions often, and only remains interested in people or things for a short time

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

intercourse

an exchange of ideas, feelings etc which make people or groups understand each other better

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

affair

a secret sexual relationship between two people, when at least one of them is married to someone else

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

coherent

if a piece of writing, set of ideas etc is coherent, it is easy to understand because it is clear and reasonable

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

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.”

summary

a short statement that gives the main information about something, without giving all the details

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

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.”

faction

a small group of people within a larger group, who have different ideas from the other members, and who try to get their own ideas accepted

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

geopolitics

ideas and activities relating to the way that a country’s position, population etc affect its political development and its relationship with other countries, or the study of this

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

assimilate

to completely understand and begin to use new ideas, information etc

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

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.”

choir

a group of people who sing together for other people to listen to

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

gist

the main idea and meaning of what someone has said or written

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

discredit

to make people stop believing in a particular idea

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

summarize

to make a short statement giving only the main information and not the details of a plan, event, report etc

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

harmonious

harmonious relationships are ones in which people are friendly and helpful to one another

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

cohesion

if there is cohesion among a group of people, a set of ideas etc, all the parts or members of it are connected or related in a reasonable way to form a whole

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

court

the place where a trial is held, or the people there, especially the judge and the jury who examine the evidence and decide whether someone is guilty or not guilty

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

intelligent

an intelligent person has a high level of mental ability and is good at understanding ideas and thinking clearly

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

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.”

analyst

someone whose job is to think about something carefully in order to understand it, and often to advise other people about it

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

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.”

fallacy

a false idea or belief, especially one that a lot of people believe is true

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

theme

the main subject or idea in a piece of writing, speech, film etc

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

clarification

the act of making something clearer or easier to understand, or an explanation that makes something clearer

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

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.”

feminist

someone who supports the idea that women should have the same rights and opportunities as men

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

perceptive

someone who is perceptive notices things quickly and understands situations, people’s feelings etc well – used to show approval

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

marriage

the relationship between two people who are married, or the state of being married

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

creativity

the ability to use your imagination to produce new ideas, make things etc

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

ethic

a general idea or belief that influences people’s behaviour and attitudes

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

main

a large pipe or wire carrying the public supply of water, electricity, or gas

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

assimilation

the process of understanding and using new ideas

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

feasible

a plan, idea, or method that is feasible is possible and is likely to work

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

maintain

to make something continue in the same way or at the same standard as before

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

precise

precise information, details etc are exact, clear, and correct

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

racial

relating to the relationships between different races of people who now live in the same country or area

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

perceptual

Perceptual means relating to the way people interpret and understand what they see or notice

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

remember

to have a picture or idea in your mind of people, events, places etc from the past

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

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.”

paradox

a situation that seems strange because it involves two ideas or qualities that are very different

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

parallel

a relationship or similarity between two things, especially things that exist or happen in different places or at different times

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

speculate

to guess about the possible causes or effects of something, without knowing all the facts or details

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

imagination

the ability to form pictures or ideas in your mind

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

jargon

words and expressions used in a particular profession or by a particular group of people, which are difficult for other people to understand – often used to show disapproval

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

crude

not exact or without any detail, but generally correct and useful

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

protein

one of several natural substances that exist in food such as meat, eggs, and beans, and which your body needs in order to grow and remain strong and healthy

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

clarify

to make something clearer or easier to understand

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

analytical

thinking about things in a detailed and intelligent way, so that you can examine and understand things

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as analytical.”

amicable

an amicable agreement, relationship etc is one in which people feel friendly towards each other and do not want to quarrel

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as amicable.”

bug

a small piece of electronic equipment for listening secretly to other people’s conversations

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

rapprochement

the establishment of a good relationship between two countries or groups of people, after a period of unfriendly relations

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

recitation

an act of saying a poem, piece of literature etc that you have learned, for people to listen to

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

recite

to say a poem, piece of literature etc that you have learned, for people to listen to

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

hypercritical

too eager to criticize other people and things, especially about small details

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

romance

an exciting and often short relationship between two people who love each other

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

creative

involving the use of imagination to produce new ideas or things

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

fusion

A fusion of different qualities, ideas, or things is something new that is created by joining them together

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

synopsis

a short description of the main events or ideas in a book, film etc

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

illumination

a clear explanation or understanding of a particular subject

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

ingenious

an ingenious plan, idea, or object works well and is the result of clever thinking and new ideas

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

scar

a feeling of fear or sadness that remains with you for a long time after an unpleasant experience

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

standpoint

a way of thinking about people, situations, ideas etc

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

meticulous

very careful about small details, and always making sure that everything is done correctly

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as meticulous.”

interpersonal

relating to relationships between people

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as interpersonal.”

maintenance

the repairs, painting etc that are necessary to keep something in good condition

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

foster

to help a skill, feeling, idea etc develop over a period of time

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

overlap

the amount by which two activities, ideas, things etc overlap

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

subtle

not easy to notice or understand unless you pay careful attention

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

demolish

to prove that an idea or opinion is completely wrong

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

illusion

an idea or opinion that is wrong, especially about yourself

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

imaginative

containing new and interesting ideas

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as imaginative.”

acne

a medical problem which causes a lot of red spots on your face and neck and mainly affects young people

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

contributor

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

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

crass

behaving in a stupid and offensive way which shows that you do not understand or care about other people’s feelings

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

formalize

to make a plan, decision, or idea official, especially by deciding and clearly describing all the details

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

movement

a group of people who share the same ideas or beliefs and who work together to achieve a particular aim

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

symbiotic

a symbiotic relationship is one in which the people, organizations, or living things involved depend on each other

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

disaffection

Disaffection is the attitude that people have when they stop supporting something such as an organization or political ideal

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

misguided

a misguided idea or opinion is wrong because it is based on a wrong understanding of a situation

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

relationship

the way in which two people or two groups feel about each other and behave towards each other

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

nexus

a connection or network of connections between a number of people, things, or ideas

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

arguable

If you say that it is arguable that something is true, you believe that it can be supported by evidence and that many people would agree with it

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

fossilize

if people, ideas, systems etc fossilize or are fossilized, they never change or develop, even when there are good reasons why they should change

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

mystical

involving religious, spiritual , or magical powers that people cannot understand

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as mystical.”

sedition

speech, writing, or actions intended to encourage people to disobey a government

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

anarchist

someone who believes that governments, laws etc are not necessary

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

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.”

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.”

empathy

the ability to understand other people’s feelings and problems

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

graphic

a graphic account or description of an event is very clear and gives a lot of details, especially unpleasant ones

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as graphic.”

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.”

pedant

someone who pays too much attention to rules or to small unimportant details, especially someone who criticizes other people in an extremely annoying way

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

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.””

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.”

shift

to change a situation, discussion etc by giving special attention to one idea or subject instead of to a previous one

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

vague

unclear because someone does not give enough detailed information or does not say exactly what they mean

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

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.”

address

the details of the place where someone lives or works, which you use to send them letters etc

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

bond

an official document promising that a government or company will pay back money that it has borrowed, often with interest

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

framework

a set of ideas, rules, or beliefs from which something is developed, or on which decisions are based

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

gasoline

a liquid obtained from petroleum, used mainly for producing power in the engines of cars, trucks etc

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

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.”

perspicacious

good at judging and understanding people and situations

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as perspicacious.”

promulgate

to spread an idea or belief to as many people as possible

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

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.”

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.”

stratification

when society is divided into separate social classes

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

theoretical

relating to the study of ideas, especially scientific ideas, rather than with practical uses of the ideas or practical experience

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

absence

when you are not in the place where people expect you to be, or the time that you are away

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

circular

a printed advertisement, notice etc that is sent to lots of people at the same time

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

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.”

confusion

a very confusing situation, that usually has a lot of noise and action, so that it is difficult for someone to understand it or control it

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

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.”

misconceive

to have the wrong idea; fail to understand

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

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.”

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.”

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.”

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.””

analysis

a process in which a doctor makes someone talk about their past experiences, relationships etc in order to help them with mental or emotional problems

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

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.””

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.”

dispute

to say that something such as a fact or idea is not correct or true

“Learners hear “dispute” 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.””

inferior

someone who has a lower position or rank than you in an organization

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

intellectual

relating to the ability to understand things and think intelligently

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as intellectual.”

reinforce

to give support to an opinion, idea, or feeling, and make it stronger

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

comparison

the process of comparing two or more people or things

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

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.”

revise

to change something because of new information or ideas

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

classical

belonging to a traditional style or set of ideas

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

staff

the people who work for an organization

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

stress

to emphasize a statement, fact, or idea

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

thorough

including every possible detail

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

individualistic

If you say that someone is individualistic, you mean that they like to think and do things in their own way, rather than imitating other people. You can also say that a society is individualistic if it encourages people to behave in this way.

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

research

to study a subject in detail, especially in order to discover new facts or test new ideas

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

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.”

collective

a group of people who work together to run something such as a business or farm, and who share the profits equally

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

Congress

a formal meeting of representatives of different groups, countries etc, to discuss ideas, make decisions etc

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

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.”

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.”

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.”

redeem

to do something that will improve what other people think of you, after you have behaved badly or failed

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

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.”

cabinet

the politicians with important positions in a government who meet to make decisions or advise the leader of the government

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

distract

to take someone’s attention away from something by making them look at or listen to something else

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

geometry

the study in mathematics of the angles and shapes formed by the relationships of lines, surfaces, and solid objects in space

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

oppose

to disagree with something such as a plan or idea and try to prevent it from happening or succeeding

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

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.”

path

a track that has been made deliberately or made by many people walking over the same ground

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

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.”

puzzle

to confuse someone or make them feel slightly anxious because they do not understand something

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

rapport

friendly agreement and understanding between people

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

reception

a particular type of welcome for someone, or a particular type of reaction to their ideas, work etc

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

supersede

if a new idea, product, or method supersedes another one, it becomes used instead because it is more modern or effective

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

ultimate

someone’s ultimate aim is their main and most important aim, that they hope to achieve in the future

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

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.”

affinity

a close relationship between two things because of qualities or features that they share

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

comprehensive

including all the necessary facts, details, or problems that need to be dealt with

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

dividend

a part of a company’s profit that is divided among the people with share s in the company

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

flag

an expression meaning a country or organization and its beliefs, values, and people

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

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.”

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.”

morale

the level of confidence and positive feelings that people have, especially people who work together, who belong to the same team etc

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

persist

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

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

remainder

the part of something that is left after everything else has gone or been dealt with

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

respondent

someone who has to defend their own case in a law court, especially in a divorce case

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

tolerate

to allow people to do, say, or believe something without criticizing or punishing them

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

unanimous

a unanimous decision, vote, agreement etc is one in which all the people involved agree

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

autonomous

an autonomous place or organization is free to govern or control itself

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as autonomous.”

disclose

to make something publicly known, especially after it has been kept secret

“Learners hear “disclose” 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.”

influential

having a lot of influence and therefore changing the way people think and behave

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

logical

using a thinking process in which facts and ideas are connected in a correct way

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

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.””

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.”

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.”

colleague

someone you work with – used especially by professional people

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

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.”

diversity

the fact of including many different types of people or things

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

fastidious

very careful about small details in your appearance, work etc

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

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.”

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.”

practical

relating to real situations and events rather than ideas, emotions etc

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

prosperity

when people have money and everything that is needed for a good life

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

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.””

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.”

conceive

to think of a new idea, plan etc and develop it in your mind

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

dispatch

the act of sending people or things to a particular place

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

elaborate

to give more details or new information about something

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

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.”

imaginary

not real, but produced from pictures or ideas in your mind

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

articulate

to express your ideas or feelings in words

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

glare

a bright unpleasant light which hurts your eyes

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

remote

far from towns or other places where people live

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

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.”

affirm

to state publicly that something is true

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

legislative

concerned with making laws

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

moonlight

to have a second job in addition to your main job, especially without the knowledge of the government tax department

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

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.”

extremism

opinions, ideas, and actions, especially political or religious ones, that most people think are unreasonable and unacceptable

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

grassroots

The grassroots of an organization or movement are the ordinary people who form the main part of it, rather than its leaders

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

kaleidoscope

a pattern, situation, or scene that is always changing and has many details or bright colours

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

maladjusted

a maladjusted child behaves badly and is unable to form good relationships with people because he or she has emotional problems

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as maladjusted.”

mumble

to say something too quietly or not clearly enough, so that other people cannot understand you

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

gabble

to say something so quickly that people cannot hear you clearly or understand you properly

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

hideaway

A hideaway is a place where you go to hide or to get away from other people

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

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.”

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.”

coalition

a union of two or more political parties that allows them to form a government or fight an election together

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

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.”

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.”

eavesdrop

to deliberately listen secretly to other people’s conversations

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

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.”

exemplary

an exemplary punishment is very severe and is intended to stop other people from committing the same crime

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

hinduism

the main religion in India, which includes belief in reincarnation

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

illicit

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

“Researchers describe the community decision evidence as illicit.”

innovative

an innovative idea or way of doing something is new, different, and better than those that existed before

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

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.”

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.””