Welcome to the realm of politics! This vocabulary lesson will guide you through essential words related to government, political systems, and the processes that shape our societies.
Whether you’re following current events or engaging in political discussions, these words will help you navigate the language of politics.
Politics vocabulary
- Politics: (noun) The activities, actions, and policies used to gain and hold power in a government or to influence the government.
- Government: (noun) The system or group of people governing a country, state, or community.
- Democracy: (noun) A system of government in which power is vested in the hands of the people, either directly or through elected representatives.
- Election: (noun) The process of choosing a person or group for public office by voting.
- Political Party: (noun) An organized group of people with common interests and goals who seek to influence government policies and decisions.
- Legislation: (noun) Laws, collectively enacted by a government or governing body.
- Constitution: (noun) A set of fundamental principles or established precedents, according to which a state or other organization is acknowledged to be governed.
- Campaign: (noun/verb) A series of planned activities undertaken to achieve a particular goal, especially in politics.
- Citizenship: (noun) The status of being a member of a particular country and having the rights and responsibilities that come with it.
- Diplomacy: (noun) The profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations, typically by a country’s representatives abroad.
- Opposition: (noun) The political party or group that is not in power, often providing an alternative perspective to the ruling party.
- Policy: (noun) A course or principle of action adopted or proposed by a government, party, business, or individual.
Congratulations on expanding your political vocabulary! Whether you’re following elections, discussing government policies, or engaging in political debates, these words will help you express your thoughts and understand the dynamics of the political landscape. Stay tuned for more vocabulary lessons on our language-learning journey, and happy exploring in the world of politics!
