politicking

[pol-i-tik-ing]

noun

1. activity undertaken for political reasons or ends, as campaigning for votes before an election, making speeches, etc., or otherwise promoting oneself or one's policies.

politicking

/ ˈpɒlɪˌtɪkɪŋ /

noun

1. political activity, esp seeking votes

2. activity directed towards acquiring power and influence, achieving one's own goals, etc

Other Word Forms

• nonpoliticking noun
• politicker noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of politicking¹

1925–30; politic (as v.) + -ing ¹, respelling to show non-assibilation of -c-

Example Sentences

All of that, at least partly down to the smooth talking and politicking of the ambassador.

From BBC

“Sanctuaries are meant for worship, not partisan agendas and politicking. Church offering plates are meant for tithes and charity, not political contributions.”

From Salon

With RCV, we get a friendlier, more open process — the politicking happens in public instead of behind closed doors, and voters get more choices.

From Salon

The change left the fate of the 10 projects already on the books up in the air, kicking off more than a year of intense politicking and legal fights.

From Los Angeles Times

The list of chief candidates reveals who among the LAPD’s top brass angled for the position and sheds light on heavy politicking behind the scenes.

From Los Angeles Times