Apolitically: meaning, definitions and examples

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apolitically

 

[ əˈpɔlɪtɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

absence of politics

Apolitically refers to a way of acting or existing that is devoid of political influence, concern, or bias. It signifies a stance or an attitude where individuals or groups remain neutral or uninterested in political matters. This term is often used in contexts where decisions or actions are made irrespective of political considerations.

Synonyms

indifferently, nonpolitically, unpolitically.

Examples of usage

  • They chose to act apolitically in the situation.
  • The organization operates apolitically to focus on its core mission.
  • In an apolitical environment, people can freely express their views without fear of political repercussions.

Translations

Translations of the word "apolitically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 apolítico

🇮🇳 राजनीति से दूर

🇩🇪 apolitisch

🇮🇩 apolitik

🇺🇦 аполітично

🇵🇱 apolityczny

🇯🇵 政治的でない

🇫🇷 apolitique

🇪🇸 apolítico

🇹🇷 apolitik

🇰🇷 정치와 무관한

🇸🇦 غير سياسي

🇨🇿 apolitický

🇸🇰 apolitický

🇨🇳 非政治的

🇸🇮 apolitičen

🇮🇸 pólitískt óháður

🇰🇿 саясаттан тыс

🇬🇪 პოლიტიკურად მიუღებელი

🇦🇿 siyasi olmayan

🇲🇽 apolítico

Etymology

The term 'apolitically' is derived from the prefix 'a-' meaning 'without' or 'not' combined with 'political', which originates from the Greek word 'politikos', meaning 'of, for, or relating to citizens'. The usage of ‘apolitical’ began to gain traction in the mid-20th century, particularly in discussions around the engagement of individuals with political processes. It reflects a growing trend among certain demographics, particularly younger generations, who may feel disillusioned with traditional political systems and prefer to focus on social issues without direct political affiliations. The concept of remaining apolitical is also significant in various professional fields, such as engineering and science, where objectivity and neutrality are emphasized. Therefore, being apolitical can indicate a deliberate choice to prioritize other values over political engagement.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,986, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.