International Relations

6 words in this vocabulary list

law

noun a system of rules that a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and may enforce by the imposition of penalties

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  • The new law aims to regulate the use of personal data in online platforms.
  • Hey, did you hear about that new law about recycling in our city?
  • I ain't messing with that law, man. It's too strict.
  • In the court of public opinion, honesty is the highest law.

verb to officially approve or confirm

  • The treaty was ratified by all member states of the United Nations.
  • The committee finally ratified the decision to move forward with the project.
  • I heard they finally ratified that new rule at work.
  • Her actions ratified her commitment to the cause.

noun fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or strangers

  • Xenophobia is a serious issue that can lead to discrimination and violence against people from other countries.
  • Some people's xenophobia makes them distrustful of anyone who looks or speaks differently than them.
  • Xenophobia is just plain ignorant and wrong.
  • Xenophobia is like building walls around your heart and mind, shutting out the beauty of diversity.

noun a term used to refer to the movement advocating for the separation of Western Canada from the rest of the country

  • The concept of Wexit, or Western separation from Canada, has gained traction in recent years.
  • Have you heard about Wexit? It's the movement for Western Canada to leave the country.
  • Wexit is all the rage among some folks out West who feel they're not being heard.
  • The idea of Wexit symbolizes the growing discontent and desire for autonomy in Western provinces.

noun a noun referring to an irrational fear or hatred of Japan or Japanese culture

  • Japanophobia is the irrational fear or prejudice against Japanese people or culture.
  • Some people have Japanophobia and refuse to try sushi or watch anime.
  • I don't get why some folks have Japanophobia, Japanese culture is so cool.
  • His Japanophobia prevents him from enjoying the beauty of traditional Japanese art.

noun a representative or envoy of a pope or sovereign sent on a special mission

  • The ablegate was appointed to represent the organization at the international conference.
  • The ablegate is the one who will be speaking on behalf of our group at the meeting.
  • I heard the ablegate is really good at making deals and getting what they want.
  • As the ablegate of the family, she was responsible for making important decisions on their behalf.