geopolitical
🇺🇸 /ˌdʒiːoʊpəˈlɪtɪkəl/
📖 Definitions
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adjective
Relating to the influence of geography, economics, and demographics on the politics and foreign policy of a nation or region.; Concerning the strategic importance of a location or region in terms of international power dynamics.
🔗 Details
Word forms
Comparative: more geopolitical
Superlative: most geopolitical
Collocations
geopolitical riskgeopolitical tensiongeopolitical landscapegeopolitical strategygeopolitical influencegeopolitical stability
Derivatives
geopoliticsgeopolitically
Synonyms
strategicdiplomaticinternationalpolitical
Commonly confused
political
EN: 'Political' relates to governance and policy in general; 'geopolitical' specifically concerns the influence of geography on international politics and power relations.
geostrategic
EN: 'Geostrategic' emphasizes military and strategic considerations tied to geography; 'geopolitical' is broader, encompassing economic, diplomatic, and political dimensions.
Spelling tips
EN: Written as one word without a hyphen: 'geopolitical', not 'geo-political'. The prefix 'geo-' combines directly with 'political'.
💬 Examples
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The geopolitical tensions between the two superpowers shaped global affairs for decades.
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The strait holds immense geopolitical significance due to its role as a major shipping route.