1. the process or result of dividing into two distinct, opposing groups, positions, or poles
Usage: often used in political, social, or ideological contexts
2. in physics and chemistry, the process of acquiring or inducing polarity, especially the separation of electric charge
Usage: technical; scientific

Examples

• The bipolarization of the electorate has made compromise increasingly difficult.
• Political bipolarization in recent years has left little room for moderate voices.
• The bipolarization of society into two opposing camps reflects deep ideological differences.
• Scientists studied the bipolarization of molecules under an electric field.
• Media coverage has contributed to the bipolarization of public opinion on the issue.