Key Concepts: Relationships and Society

Vocabulary flashcards defining key concepts related to relationships, marriage, family, and society.

Adultery

Voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and a person who is not their spouse.

Divorce

To legally end a marriage.

Cohabitation

To live together in a sexual relationship without being married or in a civil partnership.

Commitment

A sense of dedication and obligation to someone or something.

Contraception

Methods used to prevent a woman from becoming pregnant during or following sexual intercourse.

Gender equality

People of all genders enjoying the same rights and opportunities in all aspects of their lives.

Responsibilities

Actions/duties you are expected to carry out.

Roles

Position, status or function of a person in society, as well as the characteristics and social behaviour expected of them.