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Vocabulary for IELTS (Academic) - Politics

Here you will learn some English words about politics, such as "congress", "federal", "ballot", etc. that are needed for the IELTS exam.

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Words for Academic IELTS
affair
[noun]

an event that concerns the public or is of political importance

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bill
[noun]

a new law that is proposed to a parliament to be discussed about

Ex: bill was delayed in the legislative process due to disagreements among committee members .
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congress
[noun]

(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

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

Ex: Many conservative MPs voiced their concerns over the proposed tax reforms.
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council
[noun]

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

Ex: council proposed new environmental regulations .
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to debate
[Verb]

to formally discuss a matter, usually in a structured setting

Ex: debated the proposed healthcare reform bill on the floor of the parliament .
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democracy
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a form of government where the power is vested in the hands of the people, either directly or through elected representatives

Ex: In democracy, the judiciary is independent from the executive and legislative branches .
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to elect
[Verb]

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

Ex: The citizens of the country electing new leaders who will shape the future .
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federal
[Adjective]

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

Ex: federal budget allocates funds for national priorities , including infrastructure and social services .
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to govern
[Verb]

to regulate or control a person, course of action or event or the way something happens

Ex: The laws of govern the way objects move in the universe .
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activist
[noun]

a person who tries to bring about political or social change, especially someone who supports strong actions such as protests, etc.

Ex: He became an activist after witnessing the poor treatment of animals in factory farms .
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the belief in a political theory that stands for giving the total power to a single person or government at all times

Ex: Absolutism often involves the suppression of political opposition and the centralization of authority , contrasting sharply with the principles of constitutionalism and checks and balances .
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alliance
[noun]

an association between countries, organizations, political parties, etc. in order to achieve common interests

Ex: alliances between universities foster academic exchange and collaboration in research .
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a senior official whose job is living in a foreign country and representing their own country

Ex: The newly ambassador is expected to arrive at the foreign capital next month to assume his duties .
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assembly
[noun]

the act of gathering together to achieve a common goal

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autonomy
[noun]

(of a country, region, etc.) the state of being independent and free from external control

Ex: After autonomy, the country established its own laws and governance structures .
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ballot
[noun]

a piece of paper on which a vote is written

Ex: ballot was designed to be simple and clear to help voters make informed decisions .
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bilateral
[Adjective]

concerning two groups or countries

Ex: bilateral agreement was reached on environmental protection .
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the situation in which a group of countries have enough military or political power to prevent a country from controlling other countries

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bureau
[noun]

a specific section within a government department which is responsible for specific tasks, functions, etc.

Ex: The bureau focuses on developing curriculum standards and ensuring the quality of education in schools across the region .
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candidacy
[noun]

the fact or condition of being a candidate in an election

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an economic and political system in which industry, businesses, and properties belong to the private sector rather than the government

Ex: The collapse of the socialist regimes in Eastern Europe marked a shift capitalism in those countries .
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diplomacy
[noun]

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

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the official laws and principles by which a country or state is governed

Ex: constitution of South Africa , adopted in 1996 , enshrines the principles of equality and human dignity as core values of the nation .
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a union of 27 European states that is formed to strengthen the economic and political bonds between its members

Ex: Many countries apply for membership in European Union to improve trade relations .
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fanatic
[noun]

an overenthusiastic individual, especially one who is devoted to a radical political or religious cause

Ex: The group was led by fanatic who believed strongly in his radical ideology .
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ideological
[Adjective]

based on or relating to a specific set of political or economic views or policies

Ex: ideological shift towards free-market capitalism led to changes in economic policy .
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the state of being free from the control of others

Ex: Many people strive independence in their careers , seeking self-sufficiency .
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in a way that relates to multiple nations or the entire world

Ex: The film internationally, showcasing cultural diversity .
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globalism
[noun]

a belief in which the actions of one country affect all other countries in the world and that economic policy is built on benefiting the whole world not an individual country

Ex: Globalism challenges traditional notions of sovereignty , as multinational organizations and agreements often influence national policies .
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a social class that its members have a high socioeconomic status and are between the middle and upper classes

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a system that allows a limited number of immigrants to officially enter a country annually

Ex: quota system ensures that immigration levels remain manageable .
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the illegal practice of forcing the asylum seekers or the refugees to return to the country where they are at risk of prosecution

Ex: The refugee camp provided a safe haven for those fleeing persecution , ensuring that they were protected refoulement and given the opportunity to seek asylum .
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anarchy
[noun]

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

Ex: The sudden resignation of all leaders anarchy within the organization .
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a session that each US Senate committee holds in order to determine whether a candidate should be confirmed or rejected for a high federal office

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