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C2 Level Wordlist - Society

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Society, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
caste

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

[noun]
anomie

a state of having no moral or social principles

[noun]
civics

the study of the rights and responsibilities of citizens in society

[noun]
denizen

a resident in a particular place

[noun]
global village

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

[noun]
grass roots

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

[noun]
intersectionality

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

[noun]
othering

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

[noun]
polity

a political organization of a group of people with a shared identity that is part of a larger political system itself

[noun]
commoner

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

[noun]
inferior

a person with a lower position than someone else

[noun]
fundraiser

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

[noun]
soiree

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

[noun]
public spirit

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

[noun]
social capital

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

[noun]
marginalization

treating certain people or groups as less important, often leaving them out or limiting their opportunities

[noun]
subjugation

the act of bringing individuals or groups under control, often through oppressive measures, within a societal context

[noun]
meritocracy

a societal system where success is determined by individual skill and ability rather than factors like wealth or social status

[noun]
matriarchy

a society where women have primary authority and leadership roles

[noun]
pluralism

the presence and acceptance of diverse groups within a society

[noun]
patriarchy

a social system in which the father or the eldest male is in charge of the family and his possessions or power are passed to a male heir

[noun]
stratification

the uneven distribution of resources and opportunities among different social groups in society

[noun]
socioeconomic

referring to factors or conditions that involve both social and economic aspects

[Adjective]
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