micropolitics

English

Etymology

From micro- +‎ politics.

Noun

micropolitics (uncountable)

1. The use of formal and informal power by individuals and groups to achieve their goals within organizations, as opposed to macropolitics.
   • 2015 October 15, Jacky Lumby, “Let's shine a light on the dark art of micropolitics in universities”, in The Guardian‎^[1], →ISSN:

     We don’t like talking about power. But if it is accepted that micropolitics is part of the practice of leadership, it becomes possible to talk about the day-to-day choices leaders make about the way they use information, communication and meetings, especially around sensitive issues.

Derived terms

• micropolitical
• micropolitically
• micropolitician