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单词 polarizing
释义

polarizing

adjective

po·​lar·​iz·​ing ˈpō-lə-ˌrī-ziŋ How to pronounce polarizing (audio)
: causing polarization: such as
a
: causing electromagnetic radiation and especially light waves to vibrate in a definite pattern
a camera lens equipped with a polarizing filter [= a filter that controls the passage of polarized light in order to reduce reflections, glare, etc.]
sunglasses with polarizing lenses
b
: causing a physical object (such as a particle or crystal) to enter a state of polarization
… applying a polarizing electric field to ferroelectric crystals … David Ritchie
c
: causing strong disagreement between opposing factions or groupings
a polarizing political issue
As polarizing a figure as there is in the league, he is deified in L.A. and often detested elsewhere, yet not even his detractors can deny his talent or accomplishments. Chris Ballard
Our media's attention often spins around unnuanced, polarizing opinions and hasty, inflammatory statements. Heather Lanier

Word History

First Known Use

1803, in the meaning defined above

polarizing

verb

present participle of polarize
as in consolidating
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control we will need to polarize all of the fractious environmental groups into a united front if we hope to win on this issue

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • consolidating
  • uniting
  • concentrating
  • unifying
  • integrating
  • merging
  • combining
  • centralizing
  • centering
  • concentering
  • incorporating
  • reducing
  • blending
  • compacting
  • coordinating
  • harmonizing
  • coalescing
  • orchestrating
  • fusing
  • joining
  • assembling
  • colligating
  • linking
  • reuniting
  • collecting
  • conjoining
  • gathering
  • reunifying

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • spreading (out)
  • separating
  • decentralizing
  • deconcentrating
  • segregating
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