English Words for "Politics" | B2 Vocabulary

Here you will learn some English words about politics, such as "federal", "revolutionary", "congress", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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domestic [adjective]

relating to activities, issues, or affairs within a particular country

Ex: The domestic economy is influenced by factors such as inflation , employment rates , and consumer spending .

federal [adjective]

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

Ex: The country 's federal structure divides powers between the national government and its states or provinces .

independent [adjective]

(of a country, state, etc.) function without being controlled or influenced by others

Ex: Many nations celebrate their independent status with a national holiday .

official [adjective]

holding a position of authority or responsibility within an organization or government

Ex: The official referee made the final decision on the controversial call during the game .

presidential [adjective]

associated with the role or actions of a president, such as decisions, behaviors, or policies

Ex: Presidential powers include the authority to veto legislation passed by the legislature .

revolution [noun]

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

Ex: The revolution was sparked by widespread discontent with the oppressive regime .

revolutionary [adjective]

involved in or characteristic of a revolution

Ex: His speeches were filled with revolutionary fervor , calling for radical reforms in the country .

congress [noun]

a formal meeting of representatives from various regions within a country to discuss and make decisions on national issues

Ex: The opposition in congress strongly criticized the government 's economic policies .

conservative [noun]

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

Ex: The conservative leader outlined the party's economic policies in a televised debate.

Conservative Party [noun]

a major political party in the UK favoring traditional values, economic liberalism, and gradual change rather than radical reform

Ex: The Conservative Party 's approach to Brexit was to prioritize national sovereignty and control over immigration policies .

Republican Party [noun]

the youngest political party in the US which has conservative beliefs and is against the high power of central government

Ex: During the last election , the Republican Party campaigned on promises to strengthen border security and reform healthcare .

democrat [noun]

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

Ex: Many Democrats prioritize environmental protection and advocate for policies to combat climate change.

Democratic Party [noun]

the oldest political party in the US which believes in social equality by helping the poor in different ways, etc.

Ex: The Democratic Party has historically championed civil rights , including voting rights and LGBTQ+ rights .

labor party [noun]

a British political party which favors the welfare of workers and the poor

Ex: The Labor Party has historically been a strong advocate for labor unions and fair wages.

to back [verb]

to support someone or something

Ex: Investors were willing to back the startup , recognizing its potential for success .

to debate [verb]

to formally discuss a matter, usually in a structured setting

Ex: The students debated the merits of implementing a dress code policy at their school .

to govern [verb]

to officially have the control and authority to rule over a country and manage its affairs

Ex: The prime minister 's role is to govern and lead the government in policy-making .

government [noun]

a special way or system of controlling a country, state, etc.

Ex: In a federal system of government , power is divided between a central authority and various regional governments or states .

democracy [noun]

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

Ex: He joined the movement to promote democracy and social justice .

dictatorship [noun]

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

Ex: The people lived in fear under the dictatorship 's strict laws .

kingdom [noun]

a nation or state that its ruler is a king or queen

Ex: The kingdom prospered under the wise rule of the queen , who brought peace and stability .

monarchy [noun]

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

Ex: The citizens celebrated the anniversary of their monarchy with a grand parade .

independence [noun]

the state of being free from the control of others

Ex: She valued her independence and preferred to make decisions on her own .

human right [noun]

one of a series of rights that every human being must have

Ex: Torture and cruel , inhuman , or degrading treatment or punishment are prohibited under international human rights law , emphasizing the right to be free from such abuse .

nation [noun]

a country considered as a group of people that share the same history, language, etc., and are ruled by the same government

Ex: Taiwan is officially known as the Republic of China , a nation with its own government and institutions .

to plot [verb]

to secretly make a plan to harm someone or do something illegal

Ex: The antagonist in the novel meticulously plotted to frame the protagonist for a crime he did not commit .

state [noun]

a country under the control of one government

Ex: Japan is an island state in East Asia , known for its technological innovation and cultural heritage .

majority [noun]

the greater number of votes by which a candidate or party wins an election

Ex: The majority ensured that the bill passed easily through the legislative process .

minister [noun]

the person who is the head of a specific department within the government, responsible for managing policies, operations, and administration related to that department

Ex: The Prime Minister appoints ministers to head various government departments , forming the cabinet responsible for decision-making and governance .

secretary [noun]

the person who is the head of a US government department

Ex: During the press conference, the Secretary of Education outlined plans for school reform.

spokesperson [noun]

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

Ex: The spokesperson clarified the organization 's stance on the proposed policy changes .

negotiation [noun]

formal discussion intended to reach an agreement

Ex: The negotiation over the contract terms took longer than expected .

opposition [noun]

the main political party opposed to the government

Ex: In parliament , the opposition presented an alternative budget proposal .

policy [noun]

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.

Ex: The university enacted a diversity and inclusion policy to promote equity among students and faculty .

presidency [noun]

the period of time during which a president is in power

Ex: The U.S. presidency is a four-year term with the possibility of re-election for a second term .

to run for [verb]

to participate in an election as a candidate

Ex: Several candidates are running for the position of governor .

seat [noun]

the position of a member in a committee, parliament, etc.

Ex: He was appointed to a seat on the committee responsible for reviewing environmental regulations .

voting [noun]

the process or action of choosing someone during an election

Ex: Early voting options were available to accommodate those who could not vote on Election Day .

territory [noun]

a geographic area belonging to or ruled by a government or authority

Ex: Explorers mapped out the uncharted territory , claiming it for their homeland .

to negotiate [verb]

to discuss the terms of an agreement or try to reach one

Ex: In a team project , members may need to negotiate their individual tasks and contributions to achieve a balanced workload .

conspiracy [noun]

a secret plan by a group to commit an unlawful, harmful, or treacherous act

Ex: The novel tells the story of a conspiracy against the monarchy .

crackdown [noun]

a severe and often sudden enforcement of law or regulations, typically to suppress or control specific activities, behaviors, or groups perceived as problematic or threatening

Ex: The police conducted a crackdown on drug trafficking , resulting in the seizure of large quantities of narcotics and the arrest of several suspects .

repression [noun]

the action of controlling people by means of force or violence

Ex: The regime used brutal repression to maintain its grip on power .

prime minister [noun]

the head of government in parliamentary democracies, who is responsible for leading the government and making important decisions on policies and law-making

Ex: The Prime Minister met with foreign dignitaries to discuss trade agreements and international cooperation.

Department of Homeland Security [phrase]

a US federal agency responsible for protecting the country from various threats, including terrorism, border security, immigration, and cybersecurity

Ex: The Department of Homeland Security conducts investigations into cyber threats and works to strengthen national cybersecurity infrastructure .

to [lead] astray [phrase]

to cause someone to make a poor decision by providing them with incorrect guidance or misleading information

Ex: The false rumors led the public astray.

Senate [noun]

the upper chamber of the United States Congress, responsible for lawmaking, oversight, and approval of appointments

Ex: The Senate passed legislation on healthcare reform.

B2 Level Wordlist
Electronic Devices	Animals	Clothes and Fashion	Family and Relationships
Art	The Human Body	Business and Office	Crime and Violence
Law	Nature	Politics	Money
Cooking	School and Education	Buildings and Structures	Personality
Love and Romance	Music	Jobs and Occupations	Time
Health and Sickness	Foods	Driving	Drinks
Grammar	Monarchy	Computers and Networks	Outer Space
Wedding Ceremony	Plants	Working Out	Regulations and Requirements
Fairy Tales	Certainty and Doubt	Scientific Research	News and Journalism
Threats and Danger	Communication	People and Society	Determination and Struggles
Self-care Products	Bodily Actions	Tools	Evaluation and Opinion
Assessment and Discourse	Religion	Shapes and Colors	Traveling
The Cinema	Change	The Weather	Farming
Preference	Phrasal Verbs	Feelings or States of Being	Games
War and Peace	City Structures	World of Science	Measurement
Common Verbs	General Adverbs	Useful Adjectives	General Adjectives