That word is “polarization.” Defined as a “division into two sharply distinct opposites,” “polarization” grew dramatically in search volume over the past year due to what the online ...

Is it any surprise then that the Merriam-Webster word of the year is “polarization”? “Polarization means division, but it’s a very specific kind of division,” said Peter Sokolowski ...

“Polarization” extends beyond political connotations. It’s used to highlight fresh cracks and deep rifts alike in pop culture, tech trends and other industries. The results of the 2024 U.S ...

The word, the book company reported, is polarization, and it was one of the most searched words of 2024. “Search volume on Merriam-Webster.com throughout the year reflected the desire of ...