polarizing

[poh-luh-rahy-zing] / ˈpoʊ ləˌraɪ zɪŋ /

VERB

divide

Synonyms

STRONGEST

part separate

STRONG

demarcate isolate partition sever

WEAK

abscind sequester split

Antonyms

STRONGEST

combine connect join repair

STRONG

merge mix unite

Example Sentences

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That’s been part of the thesis for cybersecurity bulls during what’s been a polarizing stretch for the sector.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

The book club enjoys sparring over polarizing books, but the point is always friendship.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Chris Ullman knows he’s a polarizing figure in entertainment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

While Musk remains a polarizing figure with the general public, Tesla shareholders have consistently backed the billionaire.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

They wore shiny, textured gray-blue suits and wide ties and sported long sideburns and slightly too large brown- tinted polarizing glasses.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee