American English pronunciation
How to pronounce political
IPA transcription: [pə'lɪtəkəl]
Pronunciation variants: [pə'lɪtəkəl][pə'lɪtɪkəl]
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Adjective
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involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians; - Daniel Goleman
“calling a meeting is a political act in itself”
“political pressure”
“a political machine”
“political office”
“political policy”
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of or relating to your views about social relationships involving authority or power
“political opinions”
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of or relating to the profession of governing
“political career”
Usage examples
- The album's subject matter incorporates political and social concerns of the time.
- He also held political appointments in both Nova Scotia and Upper Canada.
- "Seven News" stalwart Geof Parry is the current state political reporter.
- The term has been used by proponents of both sides of such political debates.
- Divinsky was a strong influence in interesting Campbell in political activity.
- Incumbent candidates and their political organizations are typically the greatest beneficiaries of Pay-to-Play.
- After their defeat, the Etruscans lost much of their political influence in Italy.
- Compare with the more politically charged term, counterculture.
- Hayes continues to be politically involved as a lobbyist.
- Reed was also active in the political world.