English Vocabulary about Social Life
Affinity (noun)
feeling of identification, similarity or connection among people, fellow feeling, empathy, sympathy, resemblance, correspondence, attraction:
I tried to restore the sense of affinity between John and his father by seeking a reconciliation.
Although we should let bygones be bygones, I can never forget your reluctance to show any affinity.
Amity (noun)
friendliness and peaceful relations, cordiality, friendship, harmony:
Just after John arrived at the party, amity boosted among guests, thanks to his tactful and light-hearted personality.
It is essential that some amity be injected into the world.
Camaraderie (noun)
A good relationship among the people, brotherhood, companionship, comradeship, bonhomie, conviviality, togetherness:
There is a great sense of camaraderie among the teammates.
Camaraderie is one of the preliminary traits of developing prolonged team spirit.
Confronted with challenging circumstances, people would generally form a sense of camaraderie.
Confidant / confidante (noun)
comrade, Chum
Mothers are usually likely the first confidants of anybody.
You should have a strong personality if you do not have any confidants in your life.
Convivial (adj)
I believe breakfast is the best time to have a convivial conversation with a friend.
Your convivial sentences are not sincere, tell them to the Marines.
Esprit de corps (noun)
Esprit de corps among football players plays a key role in sustaining perseverance during a tough match.
Although everybody had better know how to paddle his/her canoe, developing a sense of esprit de corp is prominent equally.
Extroverted (adj)
An Introverted person seems lethargic compared to an extroverted one.
Extroverted people would rather socialize with different folks from all walks of life.
Fraternity (noun)
Every fraternity usually has its own jargon, language and set of jokes.
The world is suffering from lack of fraternity.
Gregarious (adj)
clubbable, being a social butterfly, sociable:
Being gregarious in cyberspace demands less skills compared to real life.
Being over-gregarious is an egregious mistake that I can only chalk up to experience.
Solidarity (noun)
One of the main responsibilities of a great leader among a group is to preserve solidarity of members.
We cannot take any further steps in this project unless you show your solidarity.
✔The world is suffering from lack of fraternity.
Your observation about the world’s current state is quite poignant. Indeed, a lack of fraternity can lead to increased divisions and misunderstandings among people. Promoting empathy, kindness, and mutual respect is essential for building stronger communities and fostering a sense of global unity.
Reply to “fraternity”
Every fraternity usually has its own jargon, language and set of jokes.
Absolutely, every fraternity or close-knit group tends to develop its own unique culture, including specific jargon, language, and inside jokes that outsiders might not immediately understand.
Reply to “confidant(e)”
Mothers usually are likely the first confidant of anybody.
Place “usually” or other adverbs after the to-be verbs like “are” if they are the principal verbs.
You correct my sentence as below:
Mothers are usually likely the first confidants of anybody.
I think “confidante” is the best choice for this sentence. Because it refers to “Mothers” and it should be singular due to “the first”.
You’re right about “confidante” as the feminine noun. However, after “the first” and “the last”, you could also use a plural noun. E.g. the first days of school were rather horrifying. You should also note that confidantes refers to “mothers”, which is plural.
Thanks for asking.
Also you omitted the “it” in “chalk it up to experience”
Does it happen intentionally?
Yes, it was intentional. Consider the following example:
Correct: This is the book I was talking about.
Incorrect: This is the book I was talking abut it.
The same principle applies to this sentence. “It” should be omitted because we’ve already talked about it in the same sentence.
Thanks for asking. It shows you’re paying specific attention to the details.
Synonyms: Comrade, Chum
✔You should have a strong personality if you do not have any confidants in your life.
It’s true that navigating life without confidants can be challenging and requires a certain level of resilience and inner strength. When you don’t have close friends or trusted individuals to lean on, developing a strong sense of self-reliance and confidence becomes crucial.
Reply to “solidarity”
One of the main responsibility of a great leader among a group, is to preserve solidarity of members.
* One of the main responsibilities
* Omit the comma before “is”.
We cannot take any further steps in this project unless you show your solidarity.
I understand the importance of solidarity for the success of our project. Your support and active participation are crucial for us to move forward effectively. By working together and demonstrating our commitment to the project, we can overcome challenges and achieve our goals.
Reply to “extroverted”
An Introverted person seems lethargic compared to an extroverted one.
Introverted individuals may sometimes appear less energetic or more reserved compared to their extroverted counterparts, especially in social settings. This difference in behavior is often due to the way introverts and extroverts recharge their energy. Introverts typically gain energy from solitude and quiet reflection, while extroverts thrive on social interaction and external stimulation.
✔Extroverted people would rather socialize with different folks from all walks of life.
Indeed, extroverted individuals often thrive on social interactions and enjoy meeting people from diverse backgrounds. Their outgoing nature and enthusiasm for engaging with others make them naturally inclined to seek out new connections and experiences.
Reply to “esprit de corps”
Esprit de corps among football players is the key role to sustain perseverance during a tough match.
… plays a key role in sustaining …
Although everybody had better know how to paddle his/her canoe, developing a sense of esprit de corp is prominent equally.
You’re absolutely right. While individual self-reliance and personal competence are crucial, fostering a sense of esprit de corps, or team spirit, is equally important. When people work together harmoniously, they can achieve greater success than working alone.
Reply to “convivial”
I believe, breakfast is the best time to have a convivial conversation with a friend.
Do not use a comma after: subject + believe.
✔Your convivial sentences are not sincere, tell them to the Marines.
And it means: Your cheerful remarks don’t seem genuine; save those for someone more gullible.
Reply to “gregarious”
Being gregarious in the cyberspace demands less skills compared to the real life.
* in cyberspace
* compared to real life
Synonyms: Clubbable
✔ Being over-gregarious is an egregious mistake that only can I chalk it up to experience.
I guess that I made a mistake and the sentence need not any inversion.
*…. only I can ……
That’s right. Inversion happens when the adverbs appear at the beginning of the sentence.
√ … that I can only chalk up to experience
√ Remember that “it” should also be omitted because you’ve already referred to it.
And it means: Being overly sociable is a significant error, and it’s a lesson I’ve had to learn from experience.
A social butterfly
A social butterfly is someone who enjoys and excels at social interactions. This person is typically very outgoing, personable, and comfortable in social settings. Social butterflies thrive on meeting new people, participating in conversations, and often have a wide circle of friends and acquaintances.
Reply to “affinity”
Affinity (Noun)
(attraction,inclination,bent, affection, tendency,leaning)
The affinity of dye to fabric is very low quality.
There is always affinity between us.
Consider spaces after commas.
I tried to restore the sense of affinity between John and his father by seeking a reconciliation.
It’s commendable that you made efforts to mend the relationship between John and his father by facilitating reconciliation. Attempting to rebuild their bond shows your dedication and understanding of the importance of family connections.
✔Although we should let bygones be bygones, I can never forget your reluctance to show any affinity.
I understand that letting go of the past can be challenging, especially when feelings of reluctance and lack of affinity have left a lasting impression. Acknowledging these emotions is an important step towards healing and moving forward.
Reply to “amity”
Just after John arrived at the party, the amity boosts among guests. Thanks to his tactful and light-hearted personality.
* amity boosted among guests, thanks to …
Synonyms: Cordiality
✔It is essential that some amity be injected into the world.
You’ve touched on a very important issue. Injecting amity into the world is crucial for fostering peace and understanding among diverse communities.
Reply to “camaraderie”
Camaraderie (Noun)
A good relationship among the people,
brotherhood, companionship.
There is a great camaraderie among the teammates.
Camaraderie is uncountable – There is a great sense of camaraderie / there is great camaraderie …
Camaraderie is one of the preliminary traits of developing prolonged team spirit.
Absolutely, camaraderie plays a vital role in building lasting team spirit. When team members share mutual respect, trust, and genuine friendships, they are more likely to collaborate effectively and support one another through challenges.
Camaraderie came to English from French around 1835.
Synonyms: Comradeship, Bonhomie, Conviviality, Togetherness
✔Confronted with challenging circumstances, people generally would form a sense of camaraderie.
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* … people would generally form …