Belonging to Society, Gender & Sexuality, Race and 6 More Topics · Social Issues And Identity English Vocabulary

relating to the activities or duties of individuals concerning their town, city, or local area

"He performed civic duty."

"Volunteering at the local soup kitchen is a meaningful way to fulfill your civic responsibility."

involving, done, or shared by all members of a group

"We made a collective decision."

"We made a collective decision as a team so everyone shares responsibility for the outcome."

a group of people who live in the same area

"Our community organizes helpful activities."

"The local community organized a food drive collecting donations for families who lost their homes in the recent apartment building fire."

the statistical characteristics of a population, such as age, gender, and ethnicity

"The demographic changed."

"The company's target demographic is women aged twenty five to forty with college degrees."

people born and living at approximately the same period of time

"A new generation arrives."

"Each generation faces unique challenges and opportunities that shape their perspective on the world."

the planet Earth

"The whole globe spins."

"Scientists are concerned about the rapid climate changes affecting the entire globe."

a number of things or people that have some sort of connection or are at a place together

"Our group finished early."

"A large group of tourists gathered around the guide to hear the history of the ancient castle."

to be accepted and become a part of a social group or society

"The school integrates students from different backgrounds."

"The school aims to integrate students with disabilities into regular classrooms whenever possible for inclusive education."

the process of incorporating a racial, ethnic, or religious group into a broader community, society, or institution

"Integration helps people feel welcome."

"The school's successful integration program ensures all students feel valued and included."

a society's ordinary people

"The public wants answers."

"The new policy was met with mixed reactions from the public, with many expressing concerns about its potential impact."

to act on behalf of a group, organization, or constituency; to convey the views, interests, or concerns of others in an official or formal capacity

"He will represent us."

"The elected official promised to represent the interests of all his constituents in government."

the fact or state of having representatives or being represented

"We need representation."

"Their strong representation in parliament ensured that their community's voice was finally heard."

someone acting on behalf of others

"The representative speaks for the entire district."

"The representative speaks for the entire district and votes on bills in the national parliament."

related to society and the lives of its citizens in general

"It is social news."

"The government introduced new policies to address pressing social issues."

someone who is sexually drawn to people of more than one gender

"She is bisexual."

"The bisexual individual expressed attraction to both men and women in their personal relationships."

to disclose one's LGBTQIA+ identity or orientation to others

"He will come out."

"It takes courage for individuals to come out and share their true identities with the world."

belonging to the sex that is fertilized by the opposite sex and can lay eggs or give birth to babies

"She is female."

"The biologist noted the distinct physical characteristics of the female specimen in her study."

related to qualities, characteristics, or behaviors typically associated with women

"She has a feminine."

"Her gentle demeanor and compassionate nature were often described as distinctly feminine."

the fact or condition of being male, female or non-binary that people identify themselves with based on social and cultural roles

"What is your gender?"

"Understanding gender identity is crucial for fostering an inclusive and respectful society for everyone."

someone who is sexually drawn to people of the opposite sex, rather than their own sex

"He is heterosexual."

"The heterosexual man found himself attracted to women, not to other men."

someone who is sexually drawn to people of their own sex

"He is homosexual."

"The homosexual woman was happy to find a partner who shared her same-sex attraction."

belonging to the sex that cannot give birth to babies or lay eggs but is capable of fertilization of the opposite sex

"He is male."

"The young male lion protected his pride from any potential threats in the savanna."

a person who is a male adult

"A tall man walked into the room and smiled."

"An elderly man sat on the park bench feeding bread crumbs to the pigeons that gathered around his feet every morning."

related to qualities, characteristics, or behaviors typically associated with men

"He has a masculine."

"His strong, assertive personality and deep voice were perceived as traditionally masculine."

(of a person) attracted to the opposite sex

"He is a straight man."

"She realized that her romantic interests were exclusively straight, which surprised her initially."

a person who is native to or lives in Africa

"She is an African woman."

"The African delegate delivered a powerful speech about economic development in her home continent."

a person whose family comes from the Arab world, especially the Middle East and North Africa

"He is an Arab man."

"The Arab family welcomed us warmly into their beautifully decorated traditional home."

someone who is from Asia or their family came from Asia

"She is an Asian student."

"The Asian entrepreneur has significantly contributed to the technological advancements in Silicon Valley."

the details about someone's family, experience, education, etc.

"What is your background?"

"Understanding her diverse professional background helps explain her innovative approach to problem-solving."

a person of African or African-American descent

"He is a black man."

"The black community leader organized a peaceful protest against racial injustice and inequality."

the shade of a person's skin, often used to indicate their racial group

"What is your color?"

"The census form asked for demographic information, including a person's race and color."

the presence of a variety of distinct characteristics within a group

"The city is known for its cultural diversity."

"The city is famous for its rich cultural diversity and harmonious coexistence of different communities."

a person who is native to or lives in Europe

"She is a European tourist."

"The European historian published a groundbreaking study on the fall of the Roman Empire."

a term used to describe people of European descent, typically with pale skin

"He is a white man."

"The white scientist received international acclaim for her revolutionary medical research discoveries."

relating to the original inhabitants of a particular region or country, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to that land

"They are indigenous people."

"The indigenous tribe fought to preserve their ancestral lands and unique cultural heritage from exploitation."

a small group of people who differ in race, religion, etc. and are often mistreated by the society

"The minority group demanded equal rights."

"The minority group faced discrimination in housing and employment so activists organized protests to demand equal treatment under the law."

pertaining to or involving individuals from different racial or ethnic backgrounds

"They are mixed race."

"The actress proudly embraced her mixed heritage, celebrating traditions from both of her parents' backgrounds."

each of the main groups into which humans can be divided based on their physical attributes such as the color of their skin

"People of every race are equal."

"It is important to understand and respect the cultural heritage of every race."

harmful or unfair actions, words, or thoughts directed at people of different races, often based on the idea that one’s own race is more intelligent, moral, or worthy

"Racism is harmful."

"Racism damages communities and prevents fair treatment."

someone who believes one race has superiority over others and does not treat the members of those races fairly

"Racist comment was wrong."

"The racist ideology caused deep divisions within the community."

a person who is in charge of a large organization or has an important position there

"My boss is very strict."

"My boss expects everyone to arrive on time but she frequently comes late without offering any explanation to us."

a person who holds the highest position of authority within a group or organization

"He is the chief."

"The chief of the tribe addressed the community, outlining plans for the upcoming harvest festival."

a group of people having the same economic or social status in a particular society

"She is in a class."

"The widening gap between the upper and lower class has become a significant societal concern."

a noble title in European countries, ranking below a marquess and above a viscount

"The count visited his lands."

"The esteemed count was known throughout the region for his generosity and wisdom."

a person in a leadership or authority position within a specific organization or group

"She is the head of the team."

"The head of the department will announce the new policies tomorrow morning."

the male ruler of a territorial unit that has a royal family

"The king ruled the kingdom for forty years."

"The king ruled his kingdom for forty years and during his reign the country enjoyed peace and prosperity."

a person awarded a title of honor by the royal family in Great Britain

"He is a knight."

"The brave knight was awarded a knighthood for his exceptional valor and service to the kingdom."

a title given to a lord's wife

"The lady was kind."

"The lady of the manor supervised the household staff and made sure that everything ran smoothly during the lord's absence."

a man of high rank who belongs to the nobility

"The lord owned the land."

"The lord welcomed the guests to his estate."

belonging to the highest social or political class

"He is noble."

"Historically, individuals from noble families held significant power and influence within the kingdom."

the leader of a country that has no king or queen

"The president gave a speech."

"The president addressed the nation regarding the economic challenges facing the country."

the female ruler of a territorial unit that has a royal family

"The queen wore a crown."

"The queen greeted the visitors kindly."

a person's position within a social hierarchy or class

"What is your rank?"

"His high rank within the military organization afforded him considerable influence and decision-making power."

owning a great amount of money or things that cost a lot

"He is very rich."

"The entrepreneur became incredibly rich after successfully launching several innovative technology companies."

someone in a higher position of authority, usually in a workplace

"He is a senior manager."

"The senior executive announced her retirement after decades of dedicated service to the multinational corporation."

someone or something's professional or social position relative to that of others

"What is your current employment status?"

"Social status is very important in some traditional societies."

a person of higher rank or authority

"She is my superior at work."

"The soldier was court martialed for striking a superior officer during an argument."

someone who cannot stop taking, using, or smoking a substance

"He is a drug addict"

"He is a drug addict struggling to recover through rehabilitation and medical support"

any drink that can make people intoxicated, such as wine, beer, etc.

"This drink has alcohol."

"The doctor advised him to limit his intake of alcohol for health reasons."

a person who has the habit of drinking too much alcohol

"The alcoholic seeks help for his addiction."

"The alcoholic seeks help for his addiction and checks himself into a rehabilitation facility."

a medicine that kills or stops the growth of bacteria

"The doctor prescribed an antibiotic for the nasty throat infection."

"A broad-spectrum antibiotic works against many different types of bacteria"

a substance that prevents infection when applied to a wound, especially by killing bacteria

"Use antiseptic on cuts."

"She cleaned the wound with antiseptic before bandaging it to prevent bacterial infection."

the condition of needing a substance, like drugs or alcohol, to function normally

"She has dependence."

"The patient's severe dependence on painkillers necessitated a comprehensive rehabilitation program and ongoing medical supervision."

not able to stop taking or using something

"She is dependent."

"Children are often dependent on their parents for financial support and emotional guidance throughout their youth."

to consume alcohol as a habit or for pleasure

"He likes to drink wine."

"She decided to stop drinking alcohol altogether after a health scare."

any illegal substance that people take in order to experience its mental or physical effects

"He took the drug."

"Possession of illegal drugs carries severe penalties and can ruin a person's future."

a person who is in a state of intoxication resulting from the consumption of excessive alcohol

"The drunk man stumbles down the street."

"The drunk was a person who had consumed excessive alcohol to impairment."

addicted to something, particularly to narcotic drugs

"He is hooked."

"After trying the new video game for the first time, he was completely hooked and played until dawn."

to stop participating in or doing an activity

"He will quit."

"Despite the challenges, she decided to quit her demanding job and pursue her passion for painting."

to breathe in and out the smoke of a cigarette, pipe, etc.

"He likes to smoke cigarettes."

"It is very dangerous to smoke cigarettes because they can cause lung cancer and other serious health problems."

the habit or act of breathing the smoke of a cigarette, pipe, etc. in and out

"Smoking is prohibited in this restaurant."

"Smoking was banned in all indoor public spaces to protect non smokers from secondhand smoke."

the sudden cut back on or discontinuation of drug taking

"He suffered withdrawal."

"The patient experienced severe withdrawal symptoms after abruptly stopping the medication without medical supervision."

a person who is foreign or not native to a particular country or environment

"He is an alien."

"The scientist studied the alien life forms discovered on the distant planet."

protection given by a country to someone who has escaped their own country for political reasons

"She sought asylum."

"The refugees were granted political asylum after fleeing persecution in their home country."

a temporary refuge for people forced to flee their homes due to conflict, oppression, or persecution

"They lived in a camp."

"The makeshift camp provided temporary shelter for thousands displaced by the ongoing conflict."

to make someone leave their home by force, particularly because of an unpleasant event

"The flood displaced thousands of families."

"The construction of the new dam will displace thousands of families who have lived in the valley for generations."

a person who moves from one place to another, often across borders or regions, to live or work temporarily or permanently

"A migrant looks for work."

"The report highlighted the challenges faced by the migrant workers in securing fair wages."

to move from a country or region in search of a better job or living conditions

"Birds migrate south for winter."

"Birds migrate south every winter to escape the freezing temperatures and find food in warmer climates."

the act of moving to another place or country

"Migration happens every single year."

"The annual migration of birds is a spectacular natural phenomenon to observe."

a person who is not a member of a particular group, society, etc.

"He felt like an outsider."

"He felt like an outsider at the exclusive party, not knowing anyone there."

a place or structure that provides protection from danger, adversity, or hardship

"They found refuge in a church."

"Refuge is a state of safety and protection from danger or distress"

to go and reside in a place as a permanent home

"They will settle here."

"After years of traveling, they decided to settle in a quiet coastal town."

a community established by people living far from their homeland who retain nationality and cultural ties, without being governed by the home state

"This settlement is old."

"The historical settlement was founded by explorers centuries ago and remains a significant cultural site."

to ask people for money or food, usually in public places

"He had to beg."

"The homeless man had to beg for spare change to buy a meal."

a time of little economic activity and high unemployment, which lasts for a long time

"The Great Depression was bad."

"The prolonged economic depression caused widespread hardship and social unrest."

a situation where an airplane, ship, etc. requires help because it is in serious danger

"The ship is in distress."

"The coast guard immediately responded to the distress call from the fishing vessel caught in the hurricane."

people who lack stable housing and so live on the streets

"Homeless man slept outside."

"Many homeless people visited the shelter."

the serious state in which one suffers from lack of food, and may result in death or disease

"Hunger is bad."

"The prolonged drought led to widespread hunger and severe malnutrition in the region."

owning a very small amount of money or a very small number of things

"He is very poor."

"The family lived in poor conditions, struggling to afford basic necessities like food and shelter."

something that causes difficulties and is hard to overcome

"This is a big problem."

"The sudden economic downturn presented a significant problem for small businesses nationwide."

the state of suffering or dying from lack of food

"There is starvation here."

"The prolonged drought led to widespread starvation and a severe humanitarian crisis in the region."

to deprive someone or something of food

"Don't starve the dog."

"The harsh winter conditions threatened to starve the isolated community of essential supplies."

to stop working as a sign of protest against some work issues, such as low wages, poor working conditions, etc.

"Workers will strike today."

"The factory workers decided to strike over unfair employment conditions and inadequate compensation."

a financial aid provided by the government for people who are sick, unemployed, etc.

"She gets unemployment benefit."

"He received a generous benefit package upon retiring from his long-term employment."

to remove someone from their job or position, typically due to poor performance

"They will dismiss him."

"Due to his repeated insubordination, the manager decided to dismiss the employee immediately."

to make someone leave their job, position, etc., usually as punishment

"They will fire him."

"The company decided to fire the employee for repeated insubordination."

not having work or employment

"He is jobless now."

"The factory closure left hundreds of skilled workers unexpectedly jobless and seeking new opportunities."

no longer employed because there is no more work available or the position is no longer necessary

"My job is redundant."

"Due to automation, his position became redundant, necessitating a career change."

a person who does not have a job but is able and willing to work

"The unemployed need help."

"The unemployed carpenter spent his mornings searching job boards and attending interviews."

the number or proportion of people in an area who do not have jobs

"The unemployment rate is high."

"The government is implementing new policies to combat rising unemployment and stimulate job growth."

to participate in a public gathering to express support for or opposition to a cause, idea, or policy

"People demonstrate for rights."

"Thousands of citizens gathered to demonstrate against the new legislation, demanding its immediate repeal."

a display of support for or protest against something or someone by a march or public meeting

"The students held a demonstration against tuition increases."

"Thousands of people gathered for a public demonstration to voice their concerns about the new environmental policy."

to walk with a large group of people as a sign of protest

"They will march tomorrow."

"Thousands of citizens decided to march through the city center to protest against the new government regulations."

to admit or allow someone's presence or participation

"We accept all guests."

"The committee will accept new members who demonstrate a commitment to the organization's goals."

a small group of people in a society who enjoy a lot of advantages because of their economic, intellectual, etc. superiority

"The elite group meets in private."

"The elite military unit underwent the most rigorous training program in the armed forces."

(of people) provided with the same opportunities, rights, or status, regardless of their characteristics or background

"We are equal."

"The organization strives to ensure that all its members are treated as equal, regardless of their background."

a person who supports or advocates for the social, political, and economic equality of the sexes

"She is a feminist."

"As a dedicated feminist, she actively campaigns for equal pay and opportunities for women."

a state of compatibility or coordinated action among people, ideas, or groups

"We live in harmony."

"The two nations finally achieved a state of harmony after decades of conflict and misunderstanding."

a situation in which people or groups are not treated equally or fairly

"There is inequality here."

"The report highlighted significant economic inequality between different social classes in the region."

a behavior or treatment that is fair and just

"We want justice."

"The community demanded justice for the victims of the brutal crime, seeking fair and equitable treatment."

a thing that someone is legally, officially, or morally allowed to do or have

"Everyone has the right to speak."

"The defendant claimed his right to remain silent during the police interrogation."

someone who treats people of their opposite gender unfairly, especially toward women

"Sexist attitude is bad."

"Sexist behavior is unfair and harmful."

hidden animosity or unexpressed conflict between people, creating an uncomfortable atmosphere

"There is tension now."

"An uncomfortable tension filled the room as unspoken accusations hung heavy in the air."

a habitual or characteristic openness to allowing others freedom of choice and behavior

"Show tolerance to others."

"Her tolerance for differing viewpoints made her a respected mediator in complex disputes."

showing respect to what other people say or do even when one disagrees with them

"We must be tolerant of others."

"We must be tolerant of others even when their beliefs are different from our own."