polarising

[US]/[ˈpɒləraɪzɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈpoʊlərˌaɪzɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Tending to cause division or disagreement; divisive.; Relating to or containing a substance that becomes electrically charged when exposed to a magnetic field.
v.To cause to become electrically charged; to polarize.; To cause to diverge or become divided; to divide into opposing groups.; To cause to become aligned with a particular political or ideological position.

Phrases & Collocations

polarising debate

polarising figure

highly polarising

polarising issue

polarising effect

polarised views

polarising statement

polarising politics

polarising opinions

deeply polarising

Example Sentences

the politician's views on immigration were highly polarising.

the new law proved to be deeply polarising for the nation.

his comments on the issue were deliberately polarising.

the debate became increasingly polarising as tensions rose.

the film's themes were polarising among critics and audiences.

social media can often be a polarising echo chamber.

the report highlighted the polarising effect of the campaign.

the issue is inherently polarising, with strong opinions on both sides.

the article aimed to explore the polarising nature of the topic.

the candidate's stance was seen as polarising the electorate.

the study examined the factors contributing to a polarising climate.

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