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constitution ·noun (LAWS)

Definition: the set of laws and principles that a country's government must obey Level: C1

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convention ·noun (MEETING)

Definition: a large formal meeting of people who do a particular job or have a similar interest, or a large meeting for a political party Level: C1

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declaration ·noun

Definition: an announcement, often one that is written and official Level: C1

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defence ·noun (MILITARY)

Definition: the weapons and military forces that a country uses to protect itself against attack Level: C1

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deputy ·noun

Definition: someone who has the second most important job in an organization Level: C1

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diplomatic ·adjective (GOVERNMENTS)

Definition: relating to diplomacy or diplomats Level: C1

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left-wing ·adjective

Definition: relating to the belief that wealth and power should be shared equally Level: C1

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liberal ·adjective (POLITICS)

Definition: Liberal political ideas emphasize the need to make new laws as society changes and the need for government to provide social services. Level: C1

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negotiation ·noun

Definition: when people try to make or change an agreement by discussion Level: C1

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power ·noun (POLITICS)

Definition: political control in a country Level: C1

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republic ·noun

Definition: a country with no king or queen but with an elected government Level: C1

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socialist ·noun

Definition: someone who supports socialism Level: C1