Social Science Vocabulary

A period of revival or renewed activity and interest in a particular subject or art form.

Deserving strong criticism or censure; unacceptable in behavior or character.

The general opinion that people have about someone or something based on past behavior or character.

A person who lives in a particular place.

To limit or place constraints on something.

To make something known or visible that was previously hidden or secret.

Past tense or adjective meaning deeply respected or admired.

To restore life, consciousness, strength, or interest to someone or something.

A forcible overthrow of a government or social order; a dramatic and wide-reaching change.

Something given in recognition of effort, achievement, or good behavior; recompense.

To speak or write about something with great enthusiasm or emotion.

A sequence of actions performed in a customary, often symbolic way, typically on a regular basis.

A function or part played by a person in a particular situation, especially in a social or professio...

Noisy, disorderly, and disruptive in behavior.

Relating to the countryside, often characterized by low population density and open land.

A simultaneous discharge of artillery; a sudden burst of criticism or emotion.

Relating to or resembling Satan; wicked, evil, or devilish in nature.

A person who uses satire to mock or critique individuals or society.

To criticize or make fun of a person or institution using satire.

An action or event that provokes public outrage or disgrace, often involving immoral behavior.

Careful, thorough, and principled, especially in behavior or work.

A religious or political subgroup, often with distinct beliefs differing from a larger group.

A distinct part or portion of something larger, such as a book, area, or organization.

An area or portion, especially within an economy or society, defined by specific characteristics.

To persuade someone to do something by tempting or enticing them, often used in the context of roman...

Exhibiting or suffering from a decline in mental faculties associated with old age, such as memory l...

A physical feeling or perception, such as touch, pain, or temperature; also refers to a widespread e...

The quality of being aware of and responsive to feelings, often used to describe emotional refinemen...

The quality of being aware of and responding carefully to others' feelings or to subtle aspects of a...

A thought, feeling, or opinion, especially one based on emotion rather than reason.

Having or expressing an excessive or easily aroused emotion, especially nostalgia or tenderness.

The excessive display or appeal to emotion, especially when insincere or contrived.

A structure or place that provides protection from weather or danger; also refers to the act of prov...

Of poor quality or construction; dishonest or unscrupulous in work or behavior.

Reluctant to meet or talk to people; easily frightened or embarrassed in social situations.

Of or relating to apes or monkeys; having characteristics resembling apes.

Unique, exceptional, or unusual; also, grammatically denoting one item.

Covered in or resembling slime; unpleasantly moist or slippery; can also describe untrustworthy beha...

A swamp or marsh; or to cast off (an outer layer such as skin or a former identity).

A densely populated, poorly maintained urban area with substandard housing and poverty.

To burn slowly without flames, often producing smoke; can also describe intense suppressed emotion.

Moving or acting in a stealthy or secretive way; often used to describe a hidden feeling or liking.

A person who looks down on others they consider inferior, especially regarding tastes or social stat...

The study of human society, social relationships, and institutions.

A thing or idea that is not or cannot be specifically identified or stated.

The activity or process of forming thread or yarn from fiber.

Extremely dirty and unpleasant conditions, often due to poverty or neglect.

One's position or reputation in a community; also refers to remaining upright or enduring status.

Extremely clear or plain, often in a harsh or bare way.

The current condition or position of a person or thing in society or a system.

A widely held but oversimplified and often inaccurate belief about a group of people.

To suppress or hold back (a reaction, emotion, or sound); to suffocate.

To describe or regard as worthy of disgrace or great disapproval.

To stir up or intensify a feeling, emotion, or situation; also, to add fuel to a fire.

Calm, dependable, and showing little emotion; unexcitable.

The organ in the body where food is digested; also means to tolerate or endure something unpleasant.

A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim.

A distinct layer or category within a society, organization, or structure.

A distinctive appearance, manner, or way of doing something; also refers to elegance in design or be...

To block, hinder, or prevent the progress of something or someone.