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linguistic [lirjgwfstik] adj.
If something is linguistic, then it is concerned with language.
—► A linguistic way o f studying culture focuses on words within that culture.
monolingual [mdnah'rjgwal] adj.
If someone is monolingual, then they speak only one language.
- » In today’s global economy, being monolingual lim its your opportunities.
nationality [naejsnaelati] n.
Nationality is an identity based on the nation from which you come.
—» His n ationality is German, but he speaks French, Spanish, and Korean.
patriot [peitriat] n.
A patriot is someone who loves, supports, and defends their country.
—* Every year young patriots jo in their countries’ militaries.
p ro se cu te [prdsakju:t] v.
To prosecute someone means to take legal action against them.
—» They were prosecuted fo r fishing in the river without a permit.
racial [reijal] adj.
If something is racial, then it is related to a race or races.
—► The differences between racial groups are physical characteristics and culture.
Solemn [salam] adj.
If something is solemn, then it is serious and honest.
—» The professor preferred a solemn relationship between him and his students.
solidarity [sdladaerati] n.
Solidarity is a union formed from common responsibilities or interests.
—» All the citizens came together in a show o f so lid arity to create change.
tact [tasktj n.
Tact is the ability to avoid offending people when dealing with problems.
—► Since both sides would not agree, it required someone with tact to make peace.
undermine [Andamnain] v.
To undermine someone means to betray or weaken their efforts or authority.
—» The documents helped to undermine the workers’ trust in their bosses’ honesty.
