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

The fierce politicking has eroded Americans’ confidence in the judiciary.

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For many observers it heralds a return, for good or ill, to the party politicking that was a hallmark of the pre-1958 Fourth Republic.

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Oregon law also prohibits public employees from politicking on the job.

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

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

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