the profession devoted to governing and to political affairs | an occupation requiring special education (especially in the liberal arts or sciences) |
the activities and affairs involved in managing a state or a government | an open avowal (true or false) of some belief or opinion |
the study of government of states and other political units | affirmation of acceptance of some religion or faith |
the opinion you hold with respect to political questions | the body of people in a learned occupation |
social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power | |