politician

noun

pol·​i·​ti·​cian ˌpä-lə-ˈti-shən 

1

: a person experienced in the art or science of government

especially : one actively engaged in conducting the business of a government

2

a

: a person engaged in party politics as a profession

b

often disparaging : a person primarily interested in political office for selfish or other narrow usually short-sighted reasons

Examples of politician in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The places that have tried hardest to take politicians out of the process—independent-commission states—have produced the highest share of competitive districts, even as national competition has collapsed. —Newsweek Editors, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025

Rogers also referenced times when he has been seen with a noticeable bruise on his hand, which raised questions about the politician's health. —Michael Nied, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025

Several of Minnesota's most powerful politicians are vowing to fight to keep THC products on store shelves as the fallout from the surprise federal ban continues. —Jonah Kaplan, CBS News, 25 Nov. 2025

The development comes after conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination, the murders of several Minnesota lawmakers, an increase in swatting incidents targeting politicians, and rising threats against judges, which have left Washington on edge and demanding security reforms. —Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 25 Nov. 2025

Word History

Etymology

politic or politic(s) + -ian entry 1

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for politician

• abolition
• acquisition
• admonition
• ammunition
• apparition
• apposition
• coalition
• competition
• composition
• definition
• deglutition
• demolition

Kids Definition

politician

noun

pol·​i·​ti·​cian ˌpäl-ə-ˈtish-ən 

: a person who takes an active part in party politics or in government business