political
About how a country or place is governed and how decisions are made.
Relating to the activities, policies, or structure of government and public affairs.
Done for reasons about politics, not just facts or needs.
Done or decided mainly for reasons related to party politics or ideology, rather than practical or neutral considerations.
Liking to talk about or work in politics.
Describing a person who is interested in or active in political affairs.
- Base: political
political correctness
1Avoiding offensive language or behavior
Trying not to say or do things that could upset certain groups of people.
- Some people think political correctness has gone too far.
- Political correctness aims to promote respect and inclusion.
political correctness
1avoiding language that offends
speaking and acting to avoid offending groups
- The comedian complained that political correctness was limiting what people could joke about.
- The training focused on political correctness in workplace communication.
- What counts as political correctness can change over time.
- They discussed political correctness at school.
political will
1Government determination to act
The desire and plan of politicians to make something happen.
- The project failed because there was no political will to support it.
- Political will is necessary to bring about reform.
political landscape
1Current state of politics
The way politics look at a certain time, including the parties and issues.
- The political landscape has changed dramatically in recent years.
- Recent events have altered the political landscape significantly.
- New parties have entered the political landscape.
- The election could change the political landscape for years to come.