Political meaning in English
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Definition
political (debate): a (debate) about politics or by politicians
Examples
- "I was wondering if you could perhaps use your political influence, as the president of Europe to, er, pull a few strings?"
- "In their heyday in the mid-20th century, American labor unions provided a political force to be reckoned with."
- "Political Science"
- "Quite frankly Jean, if I told you about my political views, I'm afraid I would have to kill you."
- "I'm Brent Vanderplop and I'm joined in the studio by our political correspondent Wendy Boyd."
- "But seriously Jean, my political views are personal, and shouldn't leave this room. Understood?"
- "by James Smithe, Political Correspondent"
- "Brent : Good morning listeners and welcome to today's Radio Rhubarb political segment, where we'll be talking about voter turnout."
- "Anyhow, your mission for this week, should you choose to accept it, is to learn as much as you can about your colleagues' political views without offending them. For example, is your colleague a Democrat or a Republican?"
- "Run for political office."
Exercise 1
Choose the appropriate terms from the list to complete the sentences below. Some terms may be used more than once.
politics | political | policy | politician(s)
At our office, we have a very strict non-smoking .
This actress is famous for her right wing ; she is far too conservative in my opinion.
Many receive financial contributions from people expecting favors once the candidate is elected.
We have some very people in our office. We often watch debates and discuss the upcoming presidential election.
Henry Kissinger was a diplomat known for revolutionizing America's foreign . He opened up discussions with China and the Soviet Union in the 1970's.
politics | political | policy | politician(s)
At our office, we have a very strict non-smoking .
This actress is famous for her right wing ; she is far too conservative in my opinion.
Many receive financial contributions from people expecting favors once the candidate is elected.
We have some very people in our office. We often watch debates and discuss the upcoming presidential election.
Henry Kissinger was a diplomat known for revolutionizing America's foreign . He opened up discussions with China and the Soviet Union in the 1970's.
Choose the appropriate terms from the list to complete the sentences below. Some terms may be used more than once.
politics | political | policy | politician(s)
At our office, we have a very strict non-smoking policy 1.
This actress is famous for her right wing politics 2; she is far too conservative in my opinion.
Many politicians 3 receive financial contributions from people expecting favors once the candidate is elected.
We have some very political 4 people in our office. We often watch debates and discuss the upcoming presidential election.
Henry Kissinger was a diplomat known for revolutionizing America's foreign policy 5. He opened up discussions with China and the Soviet Union in the 1970's.
politics | political | policy | politician(s)
At our office, we have a very strict non-smoking policy 1.
This actress is famous for her right wing politics 2; she is far too conservative in my opinion.
Many politicians 3 receive financial contributions from people expecting favors once the candidate is elected.
We have some very political 4 people in our office. We often watch debates and discuss the upcoming presidential election.
Henry Kissinger was a diplomat known for revolutionizing America's foreign policy 5. He opened up discussions with China and the Soviet Union in the 1970's.
1 policy: "A policy" refers to a "stance", "position" or attitude on a topic or issue. The term can also refer to an official regulation on a topic. For example, an office with a "non-smoking policy" forbids or restricts smoking in the office. In a legal context, "policy" can refer to "legislation" or "law-making", for example: "Policy change has been the Democrats" main focus since coming into power'. Note that when policy describes legislation, the article "a" is generally NOT used.
2 politics: "Politics" is a versatile term. Here it describes someone's political tendencies and opinions: Her politics are liberal, and she usually votes for Democratic candidates. Note that "politics" can also refer to the subject of government and lawmaking or political affairs: I am not interested in politics and I don't like the government.
3 politicians: This is correct. A "politician" is someone who has made "politics" a career. Governors, Senators and Mayors are all American politicians.
4 political: This is correct. "Political" is an adjective which describes the nature of someone or something. For example, a "political decision" is one which was made for "political reasons", likely to please or satisfy a group of people. In this context, "a political person" is one who is interested in "politics" or the affairs of the government.
5 policy: "Policy" is the correct choice here. In this context, "policy" refers to an attitude or position regarding a subject, in this case "relations with foreign countries". "Foreign policy" refers to a country's position or attitude on dealing with certain countries.
Exercise 2
Choose the appropriate terms from the list to complete the sentences below. Some terms may be used more than once.
politics | political | policy | politician(s)
At our office, we have a very strict non-smoking .
This actress is famous for her right wing ; she is far too conservative in my opinion.
Many receive financial contributions from people expecting favors once the candidate is elected.
We have some very people in our office. We often watch debates and discuss the upcoming presidential election.
Henry Kissinger was a diplomat known for revolutionizing America's foreign . He opened up discussions with China and the Soviet Union in the 1970's.
politics | political | policy | politician(s)
At our office, we have a very strict non-smoking .
This actress is famous for her right wing ; she is far too conservative in my opinion.
Many receive financial contributions from people expecting favors once the candidate is elected.
We have some very people in our office. We often watch debates and discuss the upcoming presidential election.
Henry Kissinger was a diplomat known for revolutionizing America's foreign . He opened up discussions with China and the Soviet Union in the 1970's.
Choose the appropriate terms from the list to complete the sentences below. Some terms may be used more than once.
politics | political | policy | politician(s)
At our office, we have a very strict non-smoking policy 1.
This actress is famous for her right wing politics 2; she is far too conservative in my opinion.
Many politicians 3 receive financial contributions from people expecting favors once the candidate is elected.
We have some very political 4 people in our office. We often watch debates and discuss the upcoming presidential election.
Henry Kissinger was a diplomat known for revolutionizing America's foreign policy 5. He opened up discussions with China and the Soviet Union in the 1970's.
politics | political | policy | politician(s)
At our office, we have a very strict non-smoking policy 1.
This actress is famous for her right wing politics 2; she is far too conservative in my opinion.
Many politicians 3 receive financial contributions from people expecting favors once the candidate is elected.
We have some very political 4 people in our office. We often watch debates and discuss the upcoming presidential election.
Henry Kissinger was a diplomat known for revolutionizing America's foreign policy 5. He opened up discussions with China and the Soviet Union in the 1970's.
1 policy: "A policy" refers to a "stance", "position" or attitude on a topic or issue. The term can also refer to an official regulation on a topic. For example, an office with a "non-smoking policy" forbids or restricts smoking in the office. In a legal context, "policy" can refer to "legislation" or "law-making", for example: "Policy change has been the Democrats" main focus since coming into power'. Note that when policy describes legislation, the article "a" is generally NOT used.
2 politics: "Politics" is a versatile term. Here it describes someone's political tendencies and opinions: Her politics are liberal, and she usually votes for Democratic candidates. Note that "politics" can also refer to the subject of government and lawmaking or political affairs: I am not interested in politics and I don't like the government.
3 politicians: This is correct. A "politician" is someone who has made "politics" a career. Governors, Senators and Mayors are all American politicians.
4 political: This is correct. "Political" is an adjective which describes the nature of someone or something. For example, a "political decision" is one which was made for "political reasons", likely to please or satisfy a group of people. In this context, "a political person" is one who is interested in "politics" or the affairs of the government.
5 policy: "Policy" is the correct choice here. In this context, "policy" refers to an attitude or position regarding a subject, in this case "relations with foreign countries". "Foreign policy" refers to a country's position or attitude on dealing with certain countries.
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