politicize

[ˈpɑːlətaɪz]

politicize Definition

  • 1to cause something to become political in character or partisan in interest
  • 2to give a political tone or character to

Using politicize: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "politicize" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The issue has been politicized by both parties.

  • Example

    The company was accused of trying to politicize the workplace.

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    The media is often criticized for politicizing news stories.

  • Example

    The government is accused of politicizing the pandemic response.

politicize Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with politicize

  • to make an issue political or partisan in nature

    Example

    The opposition party accused the government of trying to politicize the issue.

  • politicize a tragedy

    to use a tragedy for political gain or to advance a political agenda

    Example

    Many people accused the politicians of trying to politicize the tragedy for their own benefit.

  • to turn a debate into a political argument or discussion

    Example

    The moderator tried to prevent the candidates from politicizing the debate.

Origins of politicize

from French 'politique', meaning 'political'

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Summary: politicize in Brief

'Politicize' [ˈpɑːlətaɪz] means to make something political or partisan in nature. It can refer to giving a political tone or character to something, or causing it to become political in character or partisan in interest. Examples include 'The issue has been politicized by both parties' and 'The media is often criticized for politicizing news stories.' Phrases like 'politicize an issue' and 'politicize a tragedy' describe using events or debates for political gain.