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Polarization
/pˌəʊləɹaɪzˈeɪʃən/
/ˌpoʊɫɝəˈzeɪʃən/, /ˌpoʊɫɝɪˈzeɪʃən/
Polarization
01
the phenomenon in which waves of light or other radiation are restricted in direction of vibration
02
the condition of having or giving polarity
03
a split between two opposing groups
Example
Partisan politics often lead to gridlock and polarization within government institutions.
Over time, the political parties' stances started to diverge, leading to increased polarization.
Political polarization has deeply divided the country, with citizens holding starkly different views.
The demagogue's rhetoric was divisive and inflammatory, leading to increased polarization within society.