Polarization
Pronunciation: /ˌpoʊlərəˈzeɪʃən/
Polarization (noun)
- a situation where people have very different opinions or beliefs.
- the process of making light waves move in one direction.
- the separation of electric charges in a molecule or system.
Examples
- The debate led to polarization among the group.
- Polarization in politics can hinder progress.
Common collocations: political polarization, social polarization, increase polarization, linear polarization, circular polarization