How to Pronounce Polemics

To pronounce "polemics", say POL-em-ics — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

POL-em-ics

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💡 Tip for remembering “polemics”

"polemics" has 3 syllables: pol-em-ics. It rhymes with academics and epidemics, if that helps it stick.

What does polemics mean?

noun

  1. A person who writes in support of one opinion, doctrine, or system, in opposition to another; one skilled in polemics; a controversialist; a disputant.
  2. An argument or controversy.

noun

  1. The art or practice of making arguments or controversies.
  2. The refutation of errors in theological doctrine.

Synonyms

controversialistdisputantpolemicistharanguephilippicrantscreedtirade

Words that rhyme with polemics

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

academicsepidemicstremexremicssystemix

Related words

controversialpolemicalargumentscontentionscontroversiesdebatesdisputespolemicism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "polemics"?▾

"Polemics" has 3 syllables: pol · em · ics.

What does "polemics" mean?▾

Polemics: A person who writes in support of one opinion, doctrine, or system, in opposition to another; one skilled in polemics; a controversialist; a disputant.

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