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Dealignment

Description

Dealignment refers to the process by which individuals or groups break away from traditional political affiliations or loyalties, leading to a decline in party identification.

Senses and Usages

Noun - Political Science: The act or process of disengaging from established political parties or ideologies.

Sample Sentence: The country is currently experiencing a dealignment of voters, with many people becoming independent or switching their political allegiances.

Verb - Sociology: The action of withdrawing loyalty or support from a particular group, organization, or institution.

Sample Sentence: The youth are increasingly dealing in alignment with traditional religious institutions, opting for individual spiritual practices instead.

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• Dealignment in American Politics
• Societal Dealignment: A New Way to Interpret Elector Behavior
• Voters' Verdicts: Citizens, Parties, and Alignments