Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 36 Society and Law · Thinking and Knowing

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to society and law, thinking and knowing, and work and study.

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significance (noun)noun
“The discovery has great significance for medical research.”
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shower (noun)noun
“I take a shower before leaving for work.”
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illegal (adjective)adjective
“It is illegal to drive without a license.”
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charity (noun)noun
“The charity provides meals for people in need.”
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universal (adjective)adjective
“The need for clean water is universal.”
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cigarette (noun)noun
“He threw the cigarette into a safe bin.”
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constitute (verb)verb
“These three sections constitute the complete application.”
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adequate (adjective)adjective
“Bring adequate food and water for the hike.”
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consultant (noun)noun
“The consultant gave the company useful financial advice.”
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historian (noun)noun
“The historian studies letters from the ancient city.”