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[C2 Level] Politics & Law – English vocabulary

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83 English words with meanings: legislation, jurisdiction, sovereignty, coalition, referendum… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice…

Part of the learning path: C1–C2 Everyday English

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  1. legislation /,lɛdʒɪ'sleɪʃən/ (noun) — the system of laws
    Example: New legislation was introduced to reform education.
    Synonyms: law, statute, act
  2. jurisdiction /,dʒʊərɪs'dɪkʃən/ (noun) — the power of a court
    Example: The court has no jurisdiction over foreign citizens.
    Synonyms: authority, control, power
  3. sovereignty /'sɒvrənti/ (noun) — full control of a country
    Example: National sovereignty should be respected at all times.
    Synonyms: autonomy, independence, self-rule
  4. coalition /,kəʊə'lɪʃən/ (noun) — a group of political parties working together
    Example: The coalition formed a new government after the election.
    Synonyms: alliance, union, partnership
  5. referendum /,rɛfə'rɛndəm/ (noun) — a public vote on an issue
    Example: Citizens voted in a referendum on constitutional reform.
    Synonyms: public vote, plebiscite
  6. impeachment /ɪm'pi:tʃmənt/ (noun) — charging a public official for wrongdoing
    Example: The president faced impeachment for abuse of power.
    Synonyms: accusation, charge, indictment
  7. constitutionality /,kɒnstɪ,tju:ʃə'nælɪti/ (noun) — being allowed by the constitution
    Example: The court questioned the constitutionality of the new law.
    Synonyms: legitimacy, lawfulness
  8. amendment /ə'mɛndmənt/ (noun) — a change to a law or constitution
    Example: A new amendment was proposed to extend voting rights.
    Synonyms: revision, change, alteration
  9. ratify /'rætɪfaɪ/ (verb) — to officially approve a law or treaty
    Example: Parliament ratified the international agreement.
    Synonyms: approve, confirm, endorse
  10. incumbent /ɪn'kʌmbənt/ (noun) — the person who currently holds an office
    Example: The incumbent faced strong opposition in the election.
    Synonyms: holder, occupant, current officeholder
  11. bureaucracy /bjʊə'rɒkrəsi/ (noun) — a system run by many government officials
    Example: The bureaucracy is often criticized for inefficiency.
    Synonyms: administration, officialdom
  12. authoritarian /ɔ:,θɒrɪ'tɛəriən/ (adjective) — having total power and control
    Example: The country has been under authoritarian rule for decades.
    Synonyms: dictatorial, oppressive, autocratic
  13. judiciary /dʒu:'dɪʃəri/ (noun) — the court system
    Example: The judiciary plays a vital role in upholding justice.
    Synonyms: court system, bench
  14. magistrate /'mædʒɪstreɪt/ (noun) — a judge in a lower court
    Example: The magistrate sentenced the defendant to six months.
    Synonyms: judge, justice, adjudicator
  15. subpoena /sə'pi:nə/ (noun) — a court order to appear
    Example: He was served with a subpoena to appear in court.
    Synonyms: summons, writ
  16. juror /'dʒʊərər/ (noun) — a member of a jury
    Example: Each juror must remain impartial during the trial.
    Synonyms: panelist, adjudicator
  17. indictment /ɪn'daɪtmənt/ (noun) — a formal charge of a crime
    Example: The indictment charged him with multiple counts of fraud.
    Synonyms: accusation, charge, allegation
  18. perjury /'pɜ:dʒəri/ (noun) — lying under oath in court
    Example: She was convicted of perjury after lying in court.
    Synonyms: false testimony, lying under oath
  19. litigation /,lɪtɪ'ɡeɪʃən/ (noun) — the process of going to court
    Example: The company was involved in lengthy litigation.
    Synonyms: lawsuit, proceeding
  20. arbitration /,ɑ:bɪ'treɪʃən/ (noun) — settling a dispute by a neutral person
    Example: The dispute will go to arbitration next month.
    Synonyms: mediation, conciliation
  21. sanction /'sæŋkʃən/ (noun) — a punishment or penalty
    Example: The UN imposed sanctions on the regime.
    Synonyms: penalty, punishment, restriction
  22. extradition /,ɛkstrə'dɪʃən/ (noun) — sending a suspect to another country
    Example: The government requested the extradition of the suspect.
    Synonyms: surrender, deportation
  23. ideology /,aɪdi'ɒlədʒi/ (noun) — a set of beliefs
    Example: Political ideology often shapes government policy.
    Synonyms: belief system, doctrine
  24. autonomy /ɔ:'tɒnəmi/ (noun) — the right to govern yourself
    Example: The region was granted limited autonomy.
    Synonyms: independence, self-government
  25. dictatorship /dɪk'teɪtəʃɪp/ (noun) — rule by one person with total power
    Example: Citizens rebelled against the military dictatorship.
    Synonyms: autocracy, tyranny
  26. anarchy /'ænəki/ (noun) — no government or laws
    Example: The collapse of government led to anarchy.
    Synonyms: lawlessness, chaos
  27. legitimacy /lɪ'dʒɪtɪməsi/ (noun) — being legal and allowed by law
    Example: The legitimacy of the election was questioned.
    Synonyms: validity, authenticity
  28. transparency /træns'pærənsi/ (noun) — being open and easy to see
    Example: Transparency in governance builds public trust.
    Synonyms: openness, clarity
  29. accountability /ə,kaʊntə'bɪləti/ (noun) — being responsible and answerable
    Example: Public officials must maintain accountability for their actions.
    Synonyms: responsibility, answerability
  30. enfranchise /ɪn'fræntʃaɪz/ (verb) — giving people the right to vote
    Example: The reform enfranchised millions of new voters.
    Synonyms: empower, authorize

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