C1 Level Wordlist - Permission or Obligation

Here you will learn some English words about permission or obligation, such as "comply", "observe", "liberal", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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to adhere to [verb]

to keep following a certain regulation, belief, or agreement

Ex: Citizens are required to adhere to the laws of the country .

to comply [verb]

to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

Ex: The company implemented new security measures , and everyone needs to comply .

to consent [verb]

to give someone permission to do something or to agree to do it

Ex: She consented to the use of her artwork in the exhibition .

to defy [verb]

to refuse to respect a person of authority or to observe a law, rule, etc.

Ex: The outspoken employee was willing to defy company policies in order to advocate for change .

to observe [verb]

to comply with laws or regulations

Ex: As a responsible citizen , it is crucial to observe traffic laws and regulations to promote road safety .

compelling [adjective]

persuasive in a way that captures attention or convinces effectively

Ex: His artwork is visually compelling , drawing viewers in with its vibrant colors and bold shapes .

legitimate [adjective]

officially allowed or accepted according to the rules or laws that apply to a particular situation

Ex: Only legitimate voters are allowed to participate in the election process .

liberal [adjective]

willing to accept, respect, and understand different behaviors, beliefs, opinions, etc.

Ex: His liberal interpretation of the law allowed for more flexibility in its application .

obligatory [adjective]

necessary as a result of a rule or law

Ex: Attending the weekly team meetings is obligatory for all members .

to [be|feel] obliged {to do sth} [phrase]

to have a moral duty or be forced to do a particular thing, often due to legal reasons

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out of the question [phrase]

not allowed or possible

Ex: Borrowing his friend 's antique car for the road trip was out of the question ; it was far too valuable .

restricted [adjective]

limited or controlled by regulations or specific conditions

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rigorous [adjective]

(of a rule, process, etc.) strictly followed or applied

Ex: The university 's rigorous admission process ensures that only the most qualified students are accepted .

stern [adjective]

serious and strict in manner or attitude, often showing disapproval or authority

Ex: The stern judge delivered a harsh sentence to the defendant , emphasizing the severity of the crime .

leniently [adverb]

in a manner that is less strict when punishing someone or when enforcing a law

Ex: The company policy is applied leniently for minor infractions , focusing more on improvement than punishment .

allowance [noun]

an amount of something that is permitted

Ex: The doctor prescribed a daily allowance of vitamins to improve his health .

application [noun]

the act of putting something to work

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clearance [noun]

official permission to proceed or to happen

Ex: The construction project can not begin until environmental clearance is obtained .

enforcement [noun]

the action of making people obey a law or regulation

Ex: The enforcement of international treaties requires cooperation among nations .

leave [noun]

permission or authorization to do something

Ex: The manager granted leave for early departure .

green light [noun]

approval to begin a project

Ex: They received the green light to start filming the movie last week .

must [noun]

something that is necessary to have or do

Ex: Regular exercise is a must for maintaining good health .

obedience [noun]

the action of respecting or following the instructions of someone in authority

Ex: The dog 's obedience to commands was impressive during the training session .

rejection [noun]

the action of refusing to approve, accept, consider, or support something

Ex: The proposal for the new policy was met with rejection by the board members .

say-so [noun]

the power one has to influence decisions and actions

Ex: The committee 's say-so was necessary before any new policies could be implemented .

dos and don'ts [phrase]

rules that determine what one should or should not do in a particular situation

Ex: Remember to review the dos and don'ts of online etiquette before engaging in social media interactions .

in accordance with [preposition]

used to show compliance with a specific rule, guideline, or standard

Ex: The event was organized in accordance with local laws and regulations .

by the book [phrase]

strictly adhering to established rules, procedures, or standardized practices

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to [feel] free {to do sth} [phrase]

to encourage someone to carry out a particular action without any reservations

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to [play] by {one's} own rules [phrase]

to do things as one sees fit, not according to laws or rules

Ex: The innovative entrepreneur built his startup by playing by his own rules , defying industry norms .

to conform [verb]

to be or act in accordance with a rule, standard, etc.

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non-compliant [adjective]

refusing to follow a law or rule

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to commit [verb]

to officially order to send a person to prison, psychiatric hospital, etc.

Ex: The magistrate had to decide whether to commit the juvenile offender to a correctional facility or pursue alternative rehabilitation measures .

conservative [adjective]

supporting traditional values and beliefs and not willing to accept any contradictory change

Ex: The conservative religious group opposed any changes to their traditional practices or doctrines .

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