1. to cause people to divide into opposing groups with different opinions
2. to cause light waves to vibrate in a single plane
Usage: physics
3. to give magnetic or electrical polarity to something
Usage: physics

Examples

• The controversial issue polarizes voters across party lines.
• His extreme views polarize the community.
• The debate polarizes public opinion on climate change.
• Sunglasses polarize light to reduce glare.
• The filter polarizes the light beam for the experiment.
• The magnet polarizes the metal filings.
• Social media often polarizes political discussions.