politic
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for politic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Shrewd and careful in dealing with people or situations; diplomatic.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use politic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
not politic to
the body politic
Etymology
From Latin politicus, from Greek politikos, "of citizens," from polites, "citizen."
Full origin of politic →Frequently asked questions
What does “politic” mean?
The word “politic” means shrewd and careful in dealing with people or situations; diplomatic. In plain terms, shrewd and tactful, or relating to government and public affairs.
How do you pronounce “politic”?
“Politic” is pronounced POL-ih-tihk (/ˈpɑ.lɪ.tɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “politic” in a sentence?
Here is “politic” used in a sentence: “It seemed more politic to stay quiet during the meeting.”
What is the opposite of “politic”?
The opposite of “politic” — its antonyms — is impolitic.
What part of speech is “politic”?
“Politic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “politic” come from?
The word “politic” comes from Latin. From Latin politicus, from Greek politikos, "of citizens," from polites, "citizen.".
Is “politic” a common word?
“Politic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “politic” have?
“Politic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: shrewd and careful in dealing with people or situations; diplomatic.
