verb
- removing political character, influence, or significance from something; making something non-political or less political
Usage: present participle or gerund form of 'depoliticize'; commonly used in academic and policy contexts
Examples
- The government attempted depoliticizing the judiciary by appointing judges based solely on merit.
- Depoliticizing education means focusing on curriculum content rather than partisan ideology.
- Critics argue that depoliticizing climate science ignores the policy implications of research.
- The organization's strategy involves depoliticizing humanitarian aid to reach all populations.
- Depoliticizing the healthcare debate could help find common ground between opposing parties.
- Some scholars question whether depoliticizing international relations is even possible.