Politics

/pˈɒlətˌɪks/

/ˈpɑɫəˌtɪks/

[noun]

Politics

[NOUN]

a set of ideas and activities involved in governing a country, state, or city

1.1

social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power

synonyms : political relation

1.2

the academic exploration and analysis of political systems, institutions, ideologies, policies, and behavior, with a focus on understanding and explaining the dynamics of power, governance, and public decision-making

synonyms : political science

1.3

the profession devoted to governing and to political affairs

1.4

the opinion you hold with respect to political questions

synonyms : political sympathies

Examples

1. The news report covered a wide range of topics, from politics to sports.

2. The conversation drifted from politics to sports.

3. He played politics to secure his position on the board of directors.

4. She always plays politics to get ahead in her career.