noun
politico
puh-LIT-ih-koh/pəˈlɪtɪkəʊ/
A person active or interested in practical politics.
The local politico knows which issues matter most to voters.
Etymology
Latin politicus described matters of citizens and the state. Used as a noun for a person, the political adjective became a label for someone engaged in politics, often with a disparaging tone.
In context
he is the great uh politico he's the organizer
More examples
- Several politicos gather at the diner to discuss the upcoming election.
- As a longtime politico, she enjoys organizing neighborhood voter drives.
- You don't have to be a politico to attend the meeting.
Forms
politico · politicos
Similar words
- politician
- Usually holds or seeks public office, unlike a casual participant.
- operative
- In politics, works to advance a party or candidate.