Word
geopolitical
Phoneticsgeopo·lit·i·cal
US/ˌdʒioʊpəˈɫɪtɪkəɫ/
UK/dʒˌiːəʊpəlˈɪtɪkəl/
Definition
adj. relating to how a country's location, size, and resources affect its power and relationships with other nations.
adj. relating to the influence of geographical factors on international politics and strategic relationships between states.
Examples
“The war caused a major geopolitical shift in the region.”
“Energy security has become a central geopolitical concern as nations compete for access to limited natural gas reserves.”
“The construction of the new canal is expected to alter the geopolitical landscape by providing a strategic maritime shortcut that bypasses several historically dominant trade hubs.”
Examples
simple
“The war caused a major geopolitical shift in the region.”
contextual
“Energy security has become a central geopolitical concern as nations compete for access to limited natural gas reserves.”
complex
“The construction of the new canal is expected to alter the geopolitical landscape by providing a strategic maritime shortcut that bypasses several historically dominant trade hubs.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “geopolitical” in context.
Usage
Typically used attributively before a noun; often modifies terms like 'stability', 'risk', or 'strategy'.
Real-World Examples
“The company noted renewed interest in Eastern Mediterranean destinations as holidaymakers return to the region after months of geopolitical uncertainty.” “Earlier this week, organisers announced that broadcasters will no longer be eligible to host the event if their state is involved in an "armed conflict" or "sensitive geopolitical situation".” “It stated that winning countries will also be disqualified from hosting if a "sensitive geopolitical situation" affects the "security, safety or stability of their state or immediate region".” “She is also the author of the time-travel novel Paris Adrift and the Osiris Project trilogy, which explores the geopolitical impacts of environmental breakdown.” Etymology
From geo- (“geographical”) + political.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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