political science
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Definition
- Noun:
- The academic discipline that systematically studies government, political processes, political behavior, and political systems: It involves the analysis of the theory and practice of politics, power, and governance at various levels, from local to international.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- She majored in political science and later worked for a government agency.
- Understanding voting patterns is a core topic in political science.
- The professor published a groundbreaking article in the field of political science.
Advanced Usage
- "applied political science": The use of political science theories and methods to address practical, real-world political problems and policy issues.
- His work in applied political science focused on improving voter turnout in urban areas.
Variants and Related Words
Political scientist (n): A scholar or expert who studies and conducts research in the field of political science.
- The political scientist was interviewed about the election results.
Pol sci (n, informal): A common abbreviation for "political science," often used in academic contexts.
- I have a pol sci lecture this afternoon.
Synonyms
- Government (in an academic context): Often used interchangeably in course titles (e.g., Department of Government).
- Politics (as an academic field): Can refer to the same discipline, though sometimes with a slightly different emphasis on theory vs. practice.
Related Phrases
Comparative politics: A subfield of political science that analyzes and compares different political systems.
- Her research in comparative politics examines democracies in Europe and Asia.
Political theory: A subfield of political science concerned with the philosophical and normative foundations of political institutions and behavior.
- He specializes in political theory, focusing on the works of John Locke.
Noun
- the study of government of states and other political units