politics
noun
- practice and theory of influencing other people, as in government
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈpɒl.ɪ.tɪks/ / /ˈpɒl.ə.tɪks/ / /ˈpɑ.lɪ.tɪks/
noun
Etymology: From the adjective politic, by analogy with Aristotle’s τά πολῑτῐκᾱ́ (tá polītĭkā́, “affairs of state”).
- A methodology and activities associated with the interpersonal aspects of running a government, an organization, or a movement.
“local politics”
“national politics”
- The profession of conducting political affairs.
“He made a career out of politics.”
- One's political stands and opinions.
“Their politics are clear from the bumper stickers on their cars.”
- Political maneuvers or diplomacy between people, groups, or organizations, especially involving power, standing, influence or conflict.
“There is no stability; only politics. The Republic is not what it once was. The Senate is full of greedy, squabbling delegates. There is no interest in the common good.”
- Real-world beliefs and social issues irrelevant to the topic at hand.
“We're trying to talk about comic books, don't mention politics.”
verb
Etymology: From the adjective politic, by analogy with Aristotle’s τά πολῑτῐκᾱ́ (tá polītĭkā́, “affairs of state”).
- third-person singular simple present indicative of politic