C1 Level Wordlist - Dialogue and Discourse

Here you will learn some English words about dialogue and discourse, such as "generalize", "prejudice", "inclined", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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to generalize [verb]

to form an opinion or reach a conclusion about something by taking a few instances or facts into account

Ex: Researchers must be careful not to generalize findings from one study to all populations .

to go against [verb]

to disagree with or not fit well with a specific rule, concept, or standard

Ex: This decision goes against the company 's core values of integrity and transparency .

to invoke [verb]

to mention someone or something of prominence as a support or reason for an argument or action

Ex: He often invokes the authority of scientific research to support his claims .

to plead [verb]

to state something as an excuse

Ex: The accused pleaded insanity , claiming that he was not mentally competent to understand the consequences of his actions .

to point [verb]

to suggest that something is probable or certain

Ex:

to prejudice [verb]

to unfairly influence someone's opinion or judgment about someone or something

Ex: The media coverage prejudiced public opinion against the defendant before the trial even began .

to provoke [verb]

to intentionally annoy someone so that they become angry

Ex: The mischievous student would often provoke the teacher by challenging the rules in class .

to reconsider [verb]

to think again about an opinion or decision, particularly to see if it needs changing or not

Ex: He asked his boss to reconsider his request for a promotion .

to signpost [verb]

to mark a place such as a road, etc. with a signpost

Ex: The museum signposted each exhibit with clear descriptions and directions .

to sum up [verb]

to briefly state the most important parts or facts of something

Ex: The teacher encouraged the students to sum up their findings in a brief paragraph .

to yap [verb]

to talk excessively or continuously, often in a way that is annoying to others

Ex:

ideological [adjective]

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

Ex: He rejected the ideological dogma of the regime and sought political reform .

irrelevant [adjective]

having no importance or connection with something

Ex: Her qualifications are irrelevant if she can not perform the job adequately .

inclined [adjective]

giving an opinion in a way that is not strong

Ex: They 're inclined to believe the theory , but they acknowledge there could be other explanations .

inflexible [adjective]

(of a rule, opinion, etc.) fixed and not easily changed

Ex: The school 's dress code was criticized for being too inflexible and outdated .

mistaken [adjective]

(of a person) wrong in one's judgment, opinion, or belief

Ex:

moderate [adjective]

(of a person or ideology) not extreme or radical and considered reasonable by a majority of people

Ex: The professor 's lecture offered a moderate perspective on the historical event , emphasizing multiple viewpoints .

reserved [adjective]

reluctant to share feelings or problems

Ex: He 's always been a reserved person , preferring to listen rather than speak .

unstated [adjective]

not clearly said or explained

Ex: The contract included unstated provisions that caught the parties off guard during negotiations .

vocal [adjective]

giving opinions loudly or freely

Ex: He became increasingly vocal about the need for better healthcare policies as the election approached .

given that [conjunction]

used to express that one is considering a particular fact before sharing one's opinion or making a judgment

Ex: Given that she has extensive experience in marketing , she was the top candidate for the job .

no kidding [interjection]

used to highlight the sincerity or truthfulness of a statement

Ex: I found a stray puppy on the street , and , no kidding , it followed me home .

honest to God [adjective]

used to emphasize the fact that one is telling the truth

Ex: Honest to God , I tried my best to finish the project on time .

having said that [phrase]

used to introduce an opposing statement after making a point

Ex: The new software update promises improved functionality ; having said that , some users have reported encountering compatibility issues with certain devices .

if anything [phrase]

used to suggest that the opposite of what has been stated may be closer to the truth

Ex: The weather is n't getting worse ; if anything , it 's starting to clear up .

at all [adverb]

to the smallest amount or degree

Ex: Call me if you 're at all worried .

that said [phrase]

used to introduce statement that is in contrast to what one previously stated

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beyond doubt [phrase]

in a way that is absolutely certain and cannot be questioned

Ex: The mathematical proof was beyond doubt , leaving no room for skepticism among the academic community .

hostility [noun]

behavior or feelings that are aggressive or unfriendly

Ex: Despite their initial hostility , the two coworkers eventually found a way to collaborate effectively .

mainstream [noun]

the opinions, activities, or methods that are considered normal because they are accepted by a majority of people

Ex: His views are far from the mainstream , often sparking controversy .

objectivity [noun]

the state of being affected by facts and statistics instead of personal opinions and feelings

Ex: The judge 's objectivity was called into question due to his personal connection to the case .

subjectivity [noun]

the state of being affected by personal opinions and feelings instead of facts and statistics

Ex: The debate highlighted the subjectivity of moral values , showing how different cultures prioritize different ethical principles .

premise [noun]

a theory or statement that acts as the foundation of an argument

Ex: The film 's plot relies on the premise that time travel is possible and can alter past events .

reasoning [noun]

the act of rational and logical thinking about something

Ex: The lawyer 's reasoning in the closing argument swayed the jury 's opinion .

say [noun]

the right or chance to give an opinion about something

Ex: As a valued member of the team , she always had a significant say in project planning .

to [have] second thoughts [phrase]

to start doubting a decision and begin to wonder whether it is the right or best thing to do

Ex: She was planning to buy a new car but had second thoughts when she saw the steep monthly payments .

voice [noun]

the right to give an opinion on something

Ex: Activists fight for marginalized groups to have a voice in decision-making processes , advocating for inclusivity and representation .

solidarity [noun]

the support given by the members of a group to each other because of sharing the same opinions, feelings, goals, etc.

Ex: Students formed a union to demonstrate solidarity against proposed tuition hikes .

C1 Level Wordlist
Animals	Appearance	Digital Communication	Movies
Foods and Ingredients	Advice and Suggestion	The Human Anatomy	Buildings and Construction
Human Attributes	Time	Fundamental Verbs	Shapes and Colors
Computer Science	Bonds and Relationships	Fashion and Attire	Writing and Narrative
Language Components	News and Network	Weather Conditions	Shopping
Education	Integral Verbs	Business and Management	Achievement and Progress
Agreement and Disagreement	Personal Traits	Music	Law and Order
The Environment	Sickness	Struggles and Setbacks	Politics
Essential Verbs	Feelings	Science	Transportation
Stationery and Office Supplies	Working Life	Dialogue and Discourse	Hobbies and Activities
Identity and Society	Religion	Dishes and Dinning	Vital Verbs
Adjectives	Permission or Obligation	Job Titles	Scholarly Research
Geography	Cooking	Military	Persuasion and Discourse
Plants and Vegetation	Art	Crucial Verbs	Trust and Uncertainty
Health	Decisions and Accountability	Risks	Money and Finance
Changes and Impacts	Astronomy	Law and Criminality	Mathematics
Adverbs	Travel	History and Artifacts