polarize — to divide into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to divide into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpoʊləˌraɪz/
Korean meaning: 양극화시키다, 분열시키다
Korean pronunciation: **폴**러라이즈
Example Sentences
- The pizza pineapple debate completely polarized our friend group into Team Sweet and Team Savory.
- Social media algorithms tend to polarize users by showing them only similar viewpoints.
- The new school uniform policy polarized parents faster than a magnet attracts metal.
polarize
VERB//ˈpoʊləˌraɪz//
to divide into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs
A controversial speaker polarizes the town hall audience into opposing sides
They polarize, then realize with surprise!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'polariser', derived from 'polaire' (polar), which comes from Latin 'polaris' meaning 'of the poles'. The term originally referred to the physical property of light being separated into two opposite states, and was later extended metaphorically to mean dividing into opposing groups.
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“The pizza pineapple debate completely polarized our friend group into Team Sweet and Team Savory.”
“Social media algorithms tend to polarize users by showing them only similar viewpoints.”
“The new school uniform policy polarized parents faster than a magnet attracts metal.”
“Climate change discussions often polarize communities along political lines.”
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