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Definition of polarity

polarity

/poʊˈlær.ə.ti/
po · lar · i · ty
Plural:polarities
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Adjective:polar
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• noun

1

The property of having two opposite or contrasting poles, charges, or magnetic tendencies, such as positive and negative.

Example

"The technician accidentally reversed the polarity of the battery cables while installing the new unit."

2

The state of having two directly opposite tendencies, opinions, or principles.

Example

"The debate highlighted the growing polarity between traditional values and modern social reforms."

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• Rhymes for polarity

• Nearby Words

poland
polar
polar bear
polarity
polarization
polarize
polarized

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the mid-17th century, derived from Medieval Latin polaritas, from polaris ('polar'), ultimately tracing back to Latin polus and Ancient Greek polos ('pivot, axis, sky').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Polarity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/polarity
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