Civics Vocabulary
democracy
A system of government in which the people exercise power directly or elect representatives.
citizenship
The status of being a citizen, including the rights and responsibilities it entails.
Glossary Reference
List of common words related to civics.
democracy
A system of government in which the people exercise power directly or elect representatives.
citizenship
The status of being a citizen, including the rights and responsibilities it entails.
government
The governing body of a nation, state, or community.
constitution
A system of fundamental principles according to which a nation, state, or group is governed.
rights
Entitlements or freedoms that are granted to individuals by law or social agreement.
liberty
The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views.
equality
The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.
justice
The quality of being fair and reasonable; the administration of the law or authority in maintaining this.
vote
A formal expression of choice or opinion, typically in a ballot.
election
A formal and organized process to vote and select a person for a position or decide on a policy.
representation
The action of representing or the state of being represented.
amendment
A formal change or addition proposed to a law or legal document.
laws
A system of rules created and enforced through social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior.
policy
A deliberate system of principles to guide decisions and achieve rational outcomes.
civic duty
A responsibility of a citizen to participate in the activities of their community and society.
participation
The action of taking part in something.
advocacy
The act of supporting or arguing for a cause, policy, or proposal.
accountability
The quality or state of being accountable; responsibility.
engagement
A formal agreement to get married; an arrangement to do something.
civic education
The process of instruction aimed at informing individuals about their rights, responsibilities, and the functioning of government and society.
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