International Politics Vocabulary

noun Overall, foreign affairs can be understood as the diplomatic relationships and international issues that a country deals with.

adjective Foreign is an adjective describing something that is from or related to another country.

• The Minister of Foreign Affairs will be attending the international summit next week.
• She works in the department of foreign affairs at the embassy.
• I don't really follow all that foreign affairs stuff.
• Navigating the complexities of foreign affairs is like walking a tightrope.

noun a particular field of activity or interest where one has control or influence

• The country sought to expand its sphere of influence through diplomatic negotiations.
• The company is trying to increase its sphere of influence in the market.
• She's always trying to expand her sphere of influence on social media.
• As an artist, his sphere of influence extends far beyond his local community.

noun a fear or dislike of Brexit, the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union

• Brexitophobia is a term used to describe the fear or anxiety surrounding the potential consequences of Brexit.
• Some people have Brexitophobia, worrying about what will happen after Brexit.
• I can't deal with all this Brexitophobia going on, it's stressing me out.
• Brexitophobia is like a dark cloud hanging over the country, causing uncertainty and fear.