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Il libro Insight - Intermedio Superiore - Approfondimento del Vocabolario 10

Qui troverai il vocabolario di Vocabulary Insight 10 nel libro di corso Insight Upper-Intermediate, come "eleggere", "collaterale", "personalizzare", ecc.

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to extend
to extend
[Verbo]

to enlarge or lengthen something

estendere

estendere

Ex: The city council plans to extend the park by adding more green space. 
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to personalize

to customize something to suit an individual's needs, preferences, or characteristics

personalizzare, adattare

personalizzare, adattare

Ex: Wedding planners work closely with couples to personalize every detail of their special day. 

Gli organizzatori di matrimoni lavorano a stretto contatto con le coppie per personalizzare ogni dettaglio del loro giorno speciale.

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democracy
democracy
[sostantivo]

a belief or ideology that supports governance by the people, emphasizing equal participation in the political process

democrazia

democrazia

Ex: The Enlightenment period greatly influenced modern democratic thought, advocating for individual rights and political freedom. 
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egalitarian
egalitarian
[sostantivo]

a person who believes in or advocates for the principle of equality, especially in regards to social, political, and economic affairs

egualitario

egualitario

Ex: The egalitarian’s speech inspired many to join the movement for racial equality. 

Il discorso dell'egualitario ha ispirato molti a unirsi al movimento per l'uguaglianza razziale.

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popular
popular
[aggettivo]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

popolare

popolare

Ex: The new burger joint downtown quickly became popular due to its unique flavors. 
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to vote
to vote
[Verbo]

to show which candidate one wants to win in an election or which plan one supports, by marking a piece of paper, raising one's hand, etc.

votare

votare

Ex: He voted for the first time after turning eighteen. 
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campaign
campaign
[sostantivo]

a series of organized activities that are intended to achieve a particular goal

campagna

campagna

Ex: The vaccination campaign was successful in reaching vulnerable populations and preventing the spread of disease. 
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to elect
to elect
[Verbo]

to choose a person for a specific job, particularly a political one, by voting

eleggere, scegliere tramite voto

eleggere, scegliere tramite voto

Ex: The citizens of the country are electing new leaders who will shape the future. 
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minority
minority
[sostantivo]

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

minoranza

minoranza

Ex: He is researching the history of minority communities in the area. 
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tyrant
tyrant
[sostantivo]

a ruler or leader who has absolute power and uses it in a cruel and oppressive way, without any regard for the rights or well-being of others

tiranno

tiranno

Ex: The tyrant enforced strict laws that stifled any form of dissent or opposition. 

Il tiranno impose leggi severe che soffocavano qualsiasi forma di dissenso o opposizione.

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responsibility
responsibility
[sostantivo]

the obligation to perform a particular duty or task that is assigned to one

responsabilità

responsabilità

Ex: Parents have the responsibility of providing a safe and nurturing environment for their children. 
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majority
majority
[sostantivo]

the larger part or number of a given set or group

maggioranza

maggioranza

Ex: A majority of residents expressed concerns about the proposed construction project. 
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to rule
to rule
[Verbo]

to control and be in charge of a country

governare

governare

Ex: The dynasty ruled the country for centuries. 
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to restrict

to bring someone or something under control through laws and rules

limitare

limitare

Ex: The law restricts access to certain dangerous substances. 
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to obey
to obey
[Verbo]

to do what a person in authority, rule, law, or instruction requires

ubbidire

ubbidire

Ex: All drivers must obey the speed limit. 
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authoritarian
authoritarian
[aggettivo]

(of a person or system) enforcing strict obedience to authority at the expense of individual freedom

autoritario, dispótico

autoritario, dispótico

Ex: Authoritarian government frequently disregard human rights and civil liberties in the name of stability. 

Il governo autoritario spesso ignora i diritti umani e le libertà civili in nome della stabilità.

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powerful
powerful
[aggettivo]

possessing great strength or force

potente

potente

Ex: The team played with powerful energy, winning the match easily. 

La squadra ha giocato con un'energia potente, vincendo la partita facilmente.

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dictatorship
dictatorship
[sostantivo]

a form of government where power is concentrated in the hands of a single individual or a small group, often with absolute authority, without the consent of the people

dittatura

dittatura

Ex: Many countries fought against dictatorship in the 20th century. 

Molti paesi hanno combattuto contro la dittatura nel XX secolo.

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freedom
freedom
[sostantivo]

the right to act, say, or think as one desires without being stopped, controlled, or restricted

libertà

libertà

Ex: The freedom to worship without fear is a basic human right. 
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slavery
slavery
[sostantivo]

the state in which a person is owned by someone and used for forced labor

schiavitù

schiavitù

Ex: The abolition of slavery marked a significant milestone in the fight for freedom and equality. 

L'abolizione della schiavitù ha segnato una pietra miliare significativa nella lotta per la libertà e l'uguaglianza.

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weakness
weakness
[sostantivo]

a lack of power, influence, or ability to act effectively

debolezza

debolezza

Ex: The army took advantage of the weakness of its opponent. 
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poverty
poverty
[sostantivo]

the condition of lacking enough money or income to afford basic needs like food, clothing, etc.

povertà

povertà

Ex: The charity focuses on providing food and shelter to those living in poverty. 
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peace
peace
[sostantivo]

a period or state where there is no war or violence

pace

pace

Ex: She hoped for a future where peace would prevail around the world. 
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war
war
[sostantivo]

a state of armed fighting between two or more groups, nations, or states

guerra

guerra

Ex: Diplomats from both nations worked tirelessly to negotiate a peace treaty to end the war. 
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collateral
collateral
[sostantivo]

a loan guarantee that may be taken away if the loan is not repaid

collaterale

collaterale

Ex: The entrepreneur pledged his stock portfolio as collateral to secure the business loan needed to expand his company. 

L'imprenditore ha impegnato il suo portafoglio azionario come garanzia per ottenere il prestito aziendale necessario per espandere la sua azienda.

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communal
communal
[aggettivo]

belonging to or shared by a group of people and not only individuals

comunale, collettivo

comunale, collettivo

Ex: The tribe followed communal traditions passed down for generations. 

La tribù seguiva tradizioni comunitarie tramandate di generazione in generazione.

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diversity
diversity
[sostantivo]

the state of including or containing many different types, characteristics, or elements

diversità

diversità

Ex: The survey revealed a wide diversity of opinions among employees. 
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leadership
leadership
[sostantivo]

the act of guiding or directing a group of people towards a shared goal or objective

leadership, direzione

leadership, direzione

Ex: She attended a seminar to improve her leadership skills. 
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freeloader
freeloader
[sostantivo]

a person who habitually takes advantage of others' generosity without offering anything in return

scroccone, parassita

scroccone, parassita

Ex: Despite contributing nothing to the household expenses, he always managed to be the first in line for dinner, earning himself the title of the family freeloader. 
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momentum
momentum
[sostantivo]

the force or energy that propels a process, idea, or endeavor, enabling it to continue moving, progressing, or gaining strength

slancio, impulso

slancio, impulso

Ex: Economic momentum depends on market stability. 

Lo slancio economico dipende dalla stabilità del mercato.

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equality
equality
[sostantivo]

the state of having the same rights, opportunities, treatment, or social status as others

uguaglianza

uguaglianza

Ex: Daniel argued that true equality requires fair treatment for everyone. 
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to [wear] the trousers

to be the one who makes important decisions and fully controls a relationship or family

Ex: Their mother always wore the trousers in family matters. 
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common
common
[aggettivo]

regular and without any exceptional features

comune

comune

Ex: His response was so common that it didn’t stand out in the conversation. 

La sua risposta era così comune che non spiccava nella conversazione.

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distribution
distribution
[sostantivo]

the action of spreading, allocating, or apportioning something among recipients

distribuzione

distribuzione

Ex: The charity ensured fair distribution of supplies. 
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enforcement
enforcement
[sostantivo]

the process of making sure that a law, rule, requirement, or decision is obeyed or carried out

applicazione

applicazione

Ex: The agency is responsible for enforcement of the new environmental requirements. 
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opportunity
opportunity
[sostantivo]

a situation or a chance where doing or achieving something particular becomes possible or easier

opportunità

opportunità

Ex: Learning a new language opens up opportunities for travel and cultural exchange. 
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ballot
ballot
[sostantivo]

a document listing the options or candidates used in voting

voto

voto

Ex: Each ballot was checked for accuracy before distribution. 
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candidate
candidate
[sostantivo]

someone who is competing in an election or for a job position

candidato

candidato

Ex: The candidate promised to tackle climate change if elected. 
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constituency
constituency
[sostantivo]

the people in a particular area who are represented by an elected member of a parliament or legislature

circoscrizione

circoscrizione

Ex: The issue attracted considerable attention among the local constituency. 
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electorate
electorate
[sostantivo]

the group of people who are eligible to vote in an election

elettorato

elettorato

Ex: Candidates often tailor their messages to address the concerns of the electorate. 
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manifesto
manifesto
[sostantivo]

a written public declaration of intentions, opinions, and objectives, often issued by a political party, a government, or a group of individuals with a shared interest or purpose

manifesto

manifesto

Ex: The student union published a manifesto to advocate for better educational resources. 

L'unione studentesca ha pubblicato un manifesto per sostenere migliori risorse educative.

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polling station
polling station
[sostantivo]

a specific place where voters go to cast their vote in an election

seggio elettorale, ufficio elettorale

seggio elettorale, ufficio elettorale

Ex: Security measures were put in place at every polling station to ensure a fair process. 

Misure di sicurezza sono state messe in atto in ogni seggio elettorale per garantire un processo equo.

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turnout
turnout
[sostantivo]

the percentage or number of eligible voters who actually cast their vote

affluenza alle urne, tasso di partecipazione

affluenza alle urne, tasso di partecipazione

Ex: Efforts to increase voter turnout included extending polling hours and providing transportation. 

Gli sforzi per aumentare l'affluenza alle urne includevano l'estensione delle ore di votazione e la fornitura di trasporto.

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to abolish
to abolish
[Verbo]

to officially put an end to a law, system, practice, or institution

abolire

abolire

Ex: The company abolished several unnecessary procedures. 
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to eradicate

to completely destroy something, particularly a problem or threat

sradicare

sradicare

Ex: The vaccination campaign successfully eradicated the spread of the infectious disease. 

La campagna di vaccinazione ha eliminato con successo la diffusione della malattia infettiva.

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policy
policy
[sostantivo]

a set of ideas or a plan of action that has been chosen officially by a group of people, an organization, a political party, etc.

politica

politica

Ex: The school district adopted a zero-tolerance policy for bullying. 
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to pledge
to pledge
[Verbo]

to make a serious or formal promise to do or give something

impegnare

impegnare

Ex: They pledged not to reveal the confidential information. 
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to swear
to swear
[Verbo]

to use rude or offensive words, especially when angry or upset

imprecare

imprecare

Ex: I rarely hear him swear, even when he's angry. 
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tyranny
tyranny
[sostantivo]

a type of government where a ruler or a small group of people have complete power and control over the citizens, often making decisions without considering their rights or welfare

tirannia, dispotismo

tirannia, dispotismo

Ex: Under the oppressive rule of tyranny, the citizens had their basic freedoms stripped away, leaving them in a state of constant fear and oppression. 

Sotto il governo oppressivo della tirannia, i cittadini hanno visto strappate via le loro libertà fondamentali, lasciandoli in uno stato di costante paura e oppressione.

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arms
arms
[sostantivo]

weapons in general, especially those used by the military

armi

armi

Ex: International treaties often aim to regulate the trade and proliferation of arms between nations. 

I trattati internazionali spesso mirano a regolamentare il commercio e la proliferazione delle armi tra le nazioni.

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