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polarize

verb

/ˈpoʊ.lə.raɪz/

Meaning

to divide or cause to divide into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs

The controversial decision polarized public opinion.

divide, split, separate, alienate

unite, bring together

polarize society, polarize opinion, polarize debate, polarize views

to secretly enter or gain access to a place or group

to encourage or assist someone to commit a crime or wrongdoing

To make or cause to appear more youthful; to give new energy or vigor to.

to oversee and direct the work or operation of something

Decrease, shrink, diminish.

to help or assist someone; to hold up or bear the weight of something