Political — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /pə-ˈli-ti-kəl/ po·lit·i·cal

Meaning & Definition of Political

Political (adjective)

  1. of or relating to government, a government, or the conduct of government
  2. of, relating to, or concerned with the making as distinguished from the administration of governmental policy
  3. of, relating to, involving, or involved in politics and especially party politics

Political (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in vested interest

    similar: vested interest, interest, interest group, pressure group, special interest

  2. as in vested interests

    similar: vested interests, interest groups, interests, pressure groups, special interests

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Political

The most common words with a similar meaning to Political:

vested interest, interest, interest group, pressure group, special interest, vested interests, interest groups, interests, pressure groups, special interests

Word Forms of Political

Derived words: politically (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Political

politic or its source, Latin polīticus "of civil government, political" + -al:1

First known use: 1529

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Political

Words & Phrases Containing Political

political action committee, political economy, political science, political animal, political favor, political football, political prisoner, anti-political, politically correct

Frequently Asked Questions about Political

What does "Political" mean?

"Political" means of or relating to government, a government, or the conduct of government. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: of or relating to government, a government, or the conduct of government. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Political"?

Other words for "Political" include vested interest, interest, interest group, pressure group, special interest, vested interests, interest groups and interests. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Political" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Political"?

There are 10 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Political". Common alternatives include vested interest, interest, interest group, pressure group, special interest, vested interests, interest groups, interests, pressure groups and special interests.

Is "Political" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Political" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Political" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A2-level word, "Political" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Political"?

"Political" is pronounced /pə-ˈli-ti-kəl/ and divided into syllables as po·lit·i·cal.

What is the origin of the word "Political"?

"Political" comes from politic or its source, Latin polīticus "of civil government, political" + -al:1. First known use: 1529.

What is another word for "Political" meaning "as in vested interest"?

When "Political" (noun) means as in vested interest, synonyms include vested interest, interest, interest group, pressure group and special interest.