Definition

To engage in a strong argument or debate, often about controversial topics.

Example

The author tends to polemicize about political issues in his articles.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how some people love to polemicize about politics?

Yeah, it seems like every conversation turns into a debate.

Exactly! It can be exhausting when they just want to argue.

I agree, sometimes it's nice to just talk about something light.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Polemicize → It is formed from "polemic" (from Greek "polemikos", meaning of war or hostile) and "-ize" (a suffix used to form verbs meaning to make or to become). The word "polemicize" means to engage in a controversial argument or dispute, often in a hostile manner.

Memory Tip

Think of engaging in a 'hostile' argument ('polemic') and 'making' it into a verb with '-ize'. This helps you remember that to polemicize means to argue or dispute in a contentious way.

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