Political

/pəˈlɪtɪkəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Of or relating to the government, political parties, or public affairs.

The political climate in the country has been unstable for years.

Relating to the ideas or strategies of political parties or individuals.

She has a strong political ideology that influences her decisions.

Of, relating to, or involving politics or political affairs.

The debate turned into a political argument rather than a discussion of the issues.

Engaged in politics or political affairs.

He is very active in political activism and advocates for social change.

From Middle French 'politique', from Latin 'politicus', from Greek 'politikos' meaning 'of the city'.

political correctness

The avoidance of expressions or actions that can be offensive to particular groups.

political agenda

A set of goals or objectives that relate to politics.

political asylum

Protection granted by a country to foreign nationals fleeing political persecution.

political intervention

The act of intervening in the affairs of a state for political reasons.

political prisoner

A person imprisoned for their political beliefs or actions.

politics

The activities associated with the governance of a country or area.

politician

A person who is professionally involved in politics, especially as a holder of an elected office.

policy

A course or principle of action adopted by an organization or individual.

government

The governing body of a nation, state, or community.

diplomatic

Relating to diplomacy or diplomats, especially in international relations.

Poli-sci

He's studying poli-sci to understand the political system better.

The political game

Getting elected is all about playing the political game well.