political
Translation
political
Examples
It was a major political event.
It was a major political event.
She has strong political beliefs.
She has strong political beliefs.
He is a well-known political figure.
He is a well-known political figure.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + ((noun)) relating to government or public affairs a political issue
Similar Words
Synonyms: governmental, civic; Antonyms: nonpolitical
Etymology
From Greek 'politikos', from 'polites' (citizen), which comes from 'polis' (city-state). It relates to the affairs of the city or state.
Memory Tips
Connect it to 'polis', the ancient Greek city-state. Anything related to governing the 'polis' is 'political'.