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polarize
In social and political contexts, this term carries a strong connotation of conflict and instability. It describes a process where a middle ground disappears, leaving only two extreme, opposing sides. This is often used to describe systemic societal fractures rather than simple disagreements.
In a scientific context, the term is technical and neutral, referring specifically to the physical orientation of waves. Users should be careful not to confuse the metaphorical social division with the physical process of light filtration, as the two meanings operate in entirely different registers—one being socio-political and the other being purely optical.
Meanings
To cause a group of people or a society to divide into two completely opposing groups or sets of opinions.
The controversial new law served to polarize the electorate into two hostile camps.
Examples
ここ10年で政治状況はますます極端に分断されている。
彼の物議を醸す発言は学生たちを二分させる結果になっただけだった。
この決定が取締役会の意見を真っ二つに分けることになるだろうか。
新しいカリキュラムを巡る議論は教職員の意見を分断させる傾向がある。