realpolitik

re·al·po·li·tik

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [rey-ahl-poh-li-teek, ree-]
- /reɪˈɑlˌpoʊ lɪˌtik, ri-/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [rey-ahl-poh-li-teek, ree-]
- /reɪˈɑlˌpoʊ lɪˌtik, ri-/

Definitions of realpolitik word

noun realpolitik political realism or practical politics, especially policy based on power rather than on ideals. 1
noun realpolitik a ruthlessly realistic and opportunist approach to statesmanship, rather than a moralistic one, esp as exemplified by Bismarck 0
noun realpolitik foreign policy determined by expediency rather than ethics or world opinion; power politics 0

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Origin of realpolitik

First appearance:

before 1910

One of the 15% newest English words

1910-15; < German, equivalent to real real1 + Politik politics, policy; see politic

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Parts of speech for Realpolitik

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realpolitik popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 62% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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Synonyms for realpolitik

noun realpolitik

civics — Civics is the study of the rights and duties of the citizens of a society.

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