| 词组 | politics |
| 释义 | politics The noun politics is used in two ways. It is usually used to refer to the methods by which people acquire, retain, and use power in a country or society. They are reluctant to take part in politics. He has remained active in British politics. When politics is used like this, you can use either a singular or plural form of a verb with it. Most people use a singular form. Politics is a means for the individual to achieve fulfilment. Politics are a subtle business. Politics can also refer to the study of the ways in which countries are governed, and of the ways in which power is acquired and used in them. When you use politics like this, you must use a singular form of a verb with it. Politics is a wide subject. ◊ 'policy' Note that there is no noun 'politic'. If you want to refer to a course of action or plan that has been agreed upon by a government or political party, the word you use is policy. There is no change in our policy. He was criticized for pursuing a policy of reconciliation. ◊ 'political' You also do not use 'politic' to mean 'relating to politics'. The word you use is political. ...political developments. ...the major political parties. He was sent to jail for his political views. |
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