Politologiaan

Politologiaan is a Estonian word that refers to a politician in Estonia, particularly one who holds or has held an elected office. The term combines "politika", meaning politics, with the suffix "-an", which forms an agent or a specifical person. In English-speaking countries, the equivalent term would be a politician or public servant.

In Estonia, the term "politologiaan" may also have a somewhat derogatory connotation, implying someone who is seen as participating in politics for personal gain rather than a genuine interest in public service. This broader meaning reflects a skeptical view of politics and those who enter it, which is not uncommon in Estonia's post-Soviet history.

In addition to meaning an elected official, "politologiaan" can also refer to a person actively engaged in the study, critique, or practice of politics. They may be scholars, commentators, or influencers discussing and shaping public opinion on various political issues.

In modern Estonian politics, the term is often associated with the country's Road to.Decode movement, an advocacy group that emerged in response to government corruption and abuse of power in the 2000s. Members of the Decimate movement have used "politologiaan" to describe their political opponents.

The Estonian media and other sources often use the term when referring to elected officials, although its usage may convey a particular tone or connotation depending on the context.