Vocabulary for IELTS General Training (Band 8-9) - Society and Social Events

a draining and stressful lifestyle that consists of constantly competing with others for success, wealth, power, etc. and so leaving no room for rest and pleasure

a state of personal instability, isolation, or anxiety caused by a breakdown of social norms or regulation

a system that divides the people of a society into different social classes based on their wealth, privilage, or profession

a social club for female students in a university or college, especially in the US and Canada

someone who helps or supports someone else in certain activities or against someone else

the study of the rights and responsibilities of citizens in society

a resident in a particular place

‌the whole world considered as a small place because of being closely connected by modern communication systems

the ordinary people with a common interest who form the foundation of a movement, organization, or political party

a concept that recognizes how different forms of discrimination and oppression, such as race, gender, and class, interact with each other

the act of defining and labeling individuals or groups as different from oneself or the dominant social group

the specific form or system of government of a society or institution

an old person, especially someone who is retired

a person that does not belong to the upper class of the society

a person with a lower position than someone else

a spiritual observance involving staying awake, praying, or meditating, often held before a holy day or event

a group of people with special skills or knowledge who have been brought together to discuss, give advice, or make a decision about an issue

a social event held with the intention of raising money for a charity or political party

a splendid public celebration

an elegant gathering or party that is usually held in the evening

a sense of community concern and willingness to contribute to the public good

the collective value of social networks and the inclinations that arise from these networks to do things for each other