Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unipolar

adjective

/ˈjuː.nɪˌpoʊ.lər/

Definition

Referring to a system or concept that has a single pole, or focuses on one dominant factor.

Examples

The political landscape became increasingly unipolar after the collapse of the Soviet Union.
In unipolar depression, the individual experiences depressive episodes without any history of manic episodes.
The company’s unipolar focus on technology innovation helped it lead the market.

Meaning

In various fields such as psychology, economics, and politics, unipolar describes a situation where there is a single extreme or focus, as opposed to a bipolar or multipolar arrangement.