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polarization

/ˌpɒləraɪˈzeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does polarization mean?

noun

The process or state of becoming more extreme or divided in opinion or attitude, or the orientation of a wave or electromagnetic field in a particular direction.

Example

"The increasing polarization of the political debate made it difficult to find common ground."

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