political science

noun

: a social science concerned chiefly with the description and analysis of political and especially governmental institutions and processes
political scientist noun

Examples of political science in a Sentence

a degree in political science
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At UConn, Werstler earned a political science and communications degree in 2022, then worked as a lobbyist for Rome, Smith Lutz & Kowalski, a government relations firm. — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 22 Oct. 2026 Ada County leans red, so any Democratic candidate has to overcome the inherent demographic challenge, said Jeff Lyons, a Boise State University professor in the political science department. — Idaho Statesman, 21 Oct. 2026 Southern Methodist University political science professor Cal Jillson said the timing and subject matter suggest the mailing could be intended to draw attention to an issue already at the center of political debate. — Brian New, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026 Money, money, money Bob Beatty, the political science chair and professor at the University of Washburn, attributed the pastor's strong communication and fundraising skills to his experience leading the Church of the Resurrection in Leawood. — ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for political science

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First Known Use

1606, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of political science was in 1606

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“Political science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/political%20science. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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political science

noun
: the study of government and politics
political scientist noun

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