Politicking: meaning, definitions and examples
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politicking
[ หpษlษชtษชkษชล ]
political activity
Politicking refers to the act of engaging in political activities, often emphasizing the strategies and tactics used to gain an advantage in political situations. This may include campaigning, lobbying, and making deals to influence decisions or sway public opinion. It is often seen as a negative term, suggesting manipulative or self-serving behavior within the political arena.
Synonyms
advocating, campaigning, lobbying, maneuvering.
Examples of usage
- The candidates have been politicking hard in the lead-up to the election.
- She spent years politicking to gain support for her legislative agenda.
- Amidst the scandal, his politicking became increasingly transparent.
- Politicking in Washington often involves backroom deals and negotiations.
Translations
Translations of the word "politicking" in other languages:
๐ต๐น politicagem
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฐเคพเคเคจเฅเคคเคฟ เคเคฐเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Politik machen
๐ฎ๐ฉ berpolitik
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะพะปััะธะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ politykowanie
๐ฏ๐ต ๆฟๆฒปๆดปๅใใ
๐ซ๐ท politique
๐ช๐ธ politiqueo
๐น๐ท siyaset yapma
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์น ํ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุณูุงุณุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ politika
๐ธ๐ฐ politizovanie
๐จ๐ณ ๆฟๆฒปๆดปๅจ
๐ธ๐ฎ politiziranje
๐ฎ๐ธ pรณlitรญk
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐััะฐั ะถาฏัะณัะทั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแขแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ siyasษt aparmaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ politiqueo
Etymology
The term 'politicking' is derived from the word 'politic', which originates from the Early Modern English word 'politique' and is rooted in the Latin 'politicus', meaning 'of citizens or public life'. The word has evolved over centuries, with early usage focused on the principles of governance and citizen participation in state affairs. By the 19th century, 'politicking' began to emerge as a distinct political expression, often with a connotation of maneuvering for power rather than genuine service. This shift reflects the growing complexity of political life and the tactics employed by individuals seeking to influence outcomes. The evolution of 'politicking' illustrates the tension between idealistic political engagement and the often self-serving nature of political conduct.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #33,524 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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