Definition of POLARIZE

polarize

Meanings

Verb

  • cause to vibrate in a definite pattern
    • "polarize light waves"
  • cause to concentrate about two conflicting or contrasting positions
  • become polarized in a conflict or contrasting situation
  • To cause to have a polarization.
  • To cause a group to be divided into extremes.

Origin / Etymology

From French polariser, equivalent to polar + -ize.

Synonyms

polarise

Scrabble Score: 19

polarize is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
polarize is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
polarize is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 21

polarize is a valid Words With Friends word