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Essentiële Woordenschat voor de TOEFL - Politics

Hier leer je enkele Engelse woorden over politiek, zoals "top", "vleugel", "senaat", enz., die nodig zijn voor het TOEFL-examen.

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Essential Words Needed for TOEFL
regime
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a system of governing that is authoritarian and usually not selected in a fair election

regime, autoritair bewind

regime, autoritair bewind

Ex: The authoritarian regime imposed strict censorship on the media.Het autoritaire **regime** legde strikte censuur op aan de media.
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ambassador
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a senior official whose job is living in a foreign country and representing their own country

ambassadeur, gezant

ambassadeur, gezant

Ex: The newly appointed ambassador is expected to arrive at the foreign capital next month to assume his duties .De nieuw benoemde **ambassadeur** wordt verwacht volgende maand in de buitenlandse hoofdstad aan te komen om zijn taken op zich te nemen.
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embassy
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a group of people who officially represent their government in another country

ambassade

ambassade

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summit
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an official gathering during which the heads of governments discuss crucial issues

top

top

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wing
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

members of a political party or other organization who have a certain function or share certain views

vleugel, fractie

vleugel, fractie

Ex: The extremist wing of the movement advocated for radical changes to immigration laws and border security .De extremistische **vleugel** van de beweging pleitte voor radicale veranderingen in immigratiewetten en grensbeveiliging.
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spokesperson
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a person who speaks formally for an organization, government, etc.

woordvoerder, vertegenwoordiger

woordvoerder, vertegenwoordiger

Ex: The spokesperson denied any involvement of the company in the allegations .De **woordvoerder** ontkende elke betrokkenheid van het bedrijf bij de beschuldigingen.
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bureaucracy
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a system of government that is controlled by officials who are not elected rather employed

bureaucratie, bureaucratische administratie

bureaucratie, bureaucratische administratie

Ex: The manager found the bureaucracy to be a big obstacle .De manager vond de **bureaucratie** een groot obstakel.
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democracy
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a form of government where the power is vested in the hands of the people, either directly or through elected representatives

democratie

democratie

Ex: In a democracy, the judiciary is independent from the executive and legislative branches .In een **democratie** is de rechterlijke macht onafhankelijk van de uitvoerende en wetgevende takken.
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democratic
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

related to or characteristic of a system of government where power comes from the people through free elections and respects individual rights

democratisch, gerelateerd aan democratie

democratisch, gerelateerd aan democratie

Ex: The democratic system fosters civic engagement and encourages active participation in public affairs .Het **democratische** systeem bevordert burgerbetrokkenheid en moedigt actieve deelname aan openbare aangelegenheden aan.
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democrat
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who supports social equality, healthcare reform, environmental protection, and a more active role for government in addressing social issues

democraat, voorstander van sociale democratie

democraat, voorstander van sociale democratie

Ex: In recent elections, Democrats have focused on issues like affordable education and criminal justice reform.Bij de recente verkiezingen hebben de **democraten** zich gericht op kwesties zoals betaalbaar onderwijs en hervorming van het strafrecht.
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congress
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

(in some countries) the group of people who have been elected to make laws, which in the US it consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate

congres, wetgevende vergadering

congres, wetgevende vergadering

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parliament
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the group of elected representatives whose responsibility is to create, amend, and discuss laws or address political matters

parlement

parlement

Ex: The opposition party criticized the government 's policies during the parliament meeting .
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senate
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a legislative or governing body, usually the smaller and more influential chamber in a bicameral system, with the authority to create, revise, or approve laws and policies

senaat, hogerhuis

senaat, hogerhuis

Ex: Bills must pass through the Senate before becoming law.Wetsvoorstellen moeten door de **Senaat** gaan voordat ze wet worden.
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senator
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

one of the members of Senate

senator

senator

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cabinet
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

senior members of a government who make decisions and control the policy of the government

kabinet

kabinet

Ex: The cabinet reshuffle aimed to bring fresh perspectives and expertise to address pressing social welfare issues .De herschikking van het **kabinet** was bedoeld om nieuwe perspectieven en expertise te brengen om dringende sociale welzijnskwesties aan te pakken.
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slogan
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a short memorable phrase that is used in advertising to draw people's attention toward something

slogan, motto

slogan, motto

Ex: The environmental group 's slogan " Save the Earth , One Step at a Time " resonated deeply with the public during their campaign .De **slogan** van de milieugroep "Red de Aarde, Stap voor Stap" resoneerde diep bij het publiek tijdens hun campagne.
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campaign
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a set of actions organized in order to serve a political purpose

campagne

campagne

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conservative
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a person who aligns with or supports the principles and policies traditionally associated with conservative political ideologies

conservatief, traditionalist

conservatief, traditionalist

Ex: Many conservative MPs voiced their concerns over the proposed tax reforms.Veel **conservatieve** parlementsleden uitten hun zorgen over de voorgestelde belastinghervormingen.
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dictatorship
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

dictatuur, dictatoriaal regime

dictatuur, dictatoriaal regime

Ex: Many countries fought against dictatorship in the 20th century .Veel landen vochten in de 20e eeuw tegen **dictatuur**.
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dictator
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a ruler that has total power over a state, particularly a ruler who gained power through force

dictator, tiran

dictator, tiran

Ex: After years of suffering under the dictator, the people rose up in a revolution to demand democracy .Na jaren van lijden onder de **dictator** kwam het volk in opstand in een revolutie om democratie te eisen.
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council
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a group of elected people who govern a city, town, etc.

raad, bestuur

raad, bestuur

Ex: The council proposed new environmental regulations .De **raad** stelde nieuwe milieuregels voor.
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poll
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

(plural) the process of casting or counting votes; the place in which votes are counted or casted

verkiezing, stembureau

verkiezing, stembureau

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diplomacy
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the job, skill, or act of managing the relationships between different countries

diplomatie

diplomatie

Ex: His sharp diplomacy secured a vital trade agreement for his country .
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diplomat
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an official representing a country's government in foreign relations

diplomaat, diplomatieke vertegenwoordiger

diplomaat, diplomatieke vertegenwoordiger

Ex: The diplomat participated in cultural exchanges to promote mutual understanding between nations .De **diplomaat** nam deel aan culturele uitwisselingen om wederzijds begrip tussen naties te bevorderen.
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federal
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

relating to the central government of a country rather than the local or regional governments

federaal, nationaal

federaal, nationaal

Ex: The federal budget allocates funds for national priorities , including infrastructure and social services .De **federale** begroting wijst middelen toe voor nationale prioriteiten, waaronder infrastructuur en sociale diensten.
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republic
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a governing system in which the supreme power is held by people and their chosen representatives

republiek, republiek

republiek, republiek

Ex: The republic celebrated its independence day with a grand parade .De **republiek** vierde haar onafhankelijkheidsdag met een grote parade.
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Republican
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

(in the US) someone who supports or is a member of the Republican Party

republikein, lid van de Republikeinse Partij

republikein, lid van de Republikeinse Partij

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extremism
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

religious or political actions, beliefs, or ideas that most people find them extreme, unreasonable, and abnormal

extremisme, radicalisme

extremisme, radicalisme

Ex: Efforts to combat extremism must focus on education and promoting tolerance to prevent radicalization .Inspanningen om **extremisme** te bestrijden moeten zich richten op onderwijs en het bevorderen van tolerantie om radicalisering te voorkomen.
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radical
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a person whose political inclination is social and political change

radicaal, activist

radicaal, activist

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free trade
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a system of international trading in which there are no restrictions or taxes on goods bought or sold

vrije handel, handelsvrijheid

vrije handel, handelsvrijheid

Ex: Negotiations for a new free trade deal between the two countries stalled due to disagreements over agricultural tariffs .De onderhandelingen voor een nieuwe **vrijhandelsovereenkomst** tussen de twee landen liepen vast vanwege meningsverschillen over landbouwtarieven.
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governor
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who is in charge of a region or town

gouverneur, burgemeester

gouverneur, burgemeester

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liberal
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

related to or characteristic of a political ideology that emphasizes individual freedoms, equality, and government intervention for social welfare and economic opportunity

liberaal

liberaal

Ex: Critics argue that liberal policies can lead to excessive government intervention and dependency on welfare programs .Critici beweren dat **liberale** beleidsmaatregelen kunnen leiden tot overmatige overheidsinterventie en afhankelijkheid van sociale programma's.
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independence
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the state of being free from the control of others

onafhankelijkheid, autonomie

onafhankelijkheid, autonomie

Ex: Many people strive for independence in their careers , seeking self-sufficiency .Veel mensen streven naar **onafhankelijkheid** in hun carrière, op zoek naar zelfvoorziening.
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monarchy
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a system of government or a country or state that is ruled by a king or queen

monarchie, koninkrijk

monarchie, koninkrijk

Ex: In a constitutional monarchy, the king or queen 's powers are limited by law .In een constitutionele **monarchie** worden de bevoegdheden van de koning of koningin beperkt door de wet.
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propaganda
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

information and statements that are mostly biased and false and are used to promote a political cause or leader

propaganda

propaganda

Ex: The rise of social media has made it easier to disseminate propaganda quickly and widely .De opkomst van sociale media heeft het gemakkelijker gemaakt om **propaganda** snel en wijdverspreid te verspreiden.
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anarchy
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the state of an organization or country that is lacking in order, authority, or control

anarchie, chaos

anarchie, chaos

Ex: The sudden resignation of all leaders resulted in anarchy within the organization .Het plotselinge ontslag van alle leiders resulteerde in **anarchie** binnen de organisatie.
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opposition
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the main political party opposed to the government

oppositie

oppositie

Ex: The opposition accused the government of suppressing free speech and dissent .**De oppositie** beschuldigde de regering van het onderdrukken van vrijheid van meningsuiting en dissidentie.
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revolution
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the fundamental change of power, government, etc. in a country by people, particularly involving violence

revolutie

revolutie

Ex: The revolution resulted in significant political and social reforms across the nation .
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to reform
[werkwoord]

to make a society, law, system, or organization better or more effective by making many changes to it

hervormen, verbeteren

hervormen, verbeteren

Ex: The school board is considering reforming the grading system to better reflect student performance .De schoolraad overweegt het cijferstelsel te **hervormen** om de prestaties van leerlingen beter weer te geven.
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