politician

/ˌpɒlɪˈtɪʃən/; /pəˈlɪtɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is active in politics, especially one who holds or is a candidate for an elected office.

“The politician’s speech was met with loud applause from the crowd.”

2. noun

A person who manages or supervises a particular area of activity, especially one in a business or organization.

“The politician in charge of the city’s infrastructure department worked to improve its transportation system.”

3. verb

To manage or direct something, especially an organization or activity.

“The politician politicianed the city’s budget to allocate more funds for education.”

Synonyms

  • politician-in-chief
  • politico
  • statesman
  • stateswoman

Antonyms

  • non-politician
  • private citizen