polarize
US /ˈpoʊ.lə.raɪz/
UK /ˈpoʊ.lə.raɪz/
1.
两极分化, 使对立
to cause (people, opinions, etc.) to separate into opposing groups
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The controversial issue continued to polarize public opinion.
这个有争议的问题继续两极分化公众舆论。
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His radical views tend to polarize his audience.
他的激进观点往往会两极分化他的听众。
2.
偏振
to restrict the vibrations of (light waves or other electromagnetic radiation) to one direction
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The sunglasses are designed to polarize light, reducing glare.
这款太阳镜旨在偏振光线，减少眩光。
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Scientists use special filters to polarize the laser beam.
科学家使用特殊滤光片来偏振激光束。