Politic: meaning, definitions and examples
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politic
[ หpษl.ษช.tษชk ]
in society
The activities, actions, and policies used to gain and hold power in a government or to influence the government.
Synonyms
government, politics, governance.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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politic |
This word is used to describe actions that are prudent, shrewd, or tactful, often in a context involving diplomacy or handling sensitive matters.
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Examples of usage
- The country's politic is dominated by two major parties.
- She studied political science to understand the intricacies of politicking.
personal behavior
The art or science of government or governing, especially the governing of a political entity.
Synonyms
statecraft, diplomacy, political maneuvering.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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politic |
This word describes behavior that is tactful and wise in handling practical matters. It is often used in general situations requiring careful and strategic action.
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Examples of usage
- She was praised for her sharp politicking skills during the election campaign.
- The politician's politic was cleverly designed to win over voters.
Translations
Translations of the word "politic" in other languages:
๐ต๐น polรญtica
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฐเคพเคเคจเฅเคคเคฟ
๐ฉ๐ช Politik
๐ฎ๐ฉ politik
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะพะปััะธะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ polityka
๐ฏ๐ต ๆฟๆฒป (ใใใ)
๐ซ๐ท politique
๐ช๐ธ polรญtica
๐น๐ท politika
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์น (์ ์น์)
๐ธ๐ฆ ุณูุงุณุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ politika
๐ธ๐ฐ politika
๐จ๐ณ ๆฟๆฒป (zhรจngzhรฌ)
๐ธ๐ฎ politika
๐ฎ๐ธ stjรณrnmรกl
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐััะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแขแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ siyasษt
๐ฒ๐ฝ polรญtica
Etymology
The word 'politic' originated in the late 15th century from the Middle French word 'politique', which in turn came from the Latin word 'politicus', meaning 'of citizens or the state'. The term evolved to encompass the activities and strategies involved in governance and power dynamics.