PoliticsAugust 15, 2026

politicking

POL-ih-tik-ing

Definition

The act of engaging in political maneuvers or campaigning, often considered manipulative or insincere rather than based on substantive policy.

Etymology

The word is derived from the verb 'politic,' which entered English from the French 'politique' and Latin 'politicus,' originally relating to citizens or the state.

In the news

López Beltrán dismisses the revocation of his visa as mere politicking, suggesting the action is a theatrical political maneuver rather than a legitimate security measure.

Trump accused of ‘Hitlerian’ politics by Mexican politician in visa row

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The Telegraph

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