Goebbels

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A historical figure: Joseph Goebbels was the Minister of Propaganda for Nazi Germany from 1933 to 1945. He was a key member of Adolf Hitler's inner circle and was responsible for controlling all media, arts, and information to shape public opinion in support of the Nazi regime.
    • A symbol of manipulative propaganda: The name "Goebbels" is often used to represent the systematic use of media and lies for political control and the persecution of minorities.
Examples of Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • Historians study the techniques of Goebbels to understand Nazi propaganda.
    • The diaries of Goebbels provide insight into the Nazi leadership.
Advanced Usage
  • "Goebbels-like" (adjective): Characteristic of or resembling the manipulative propaganda methods associated with Joseph Goebbels.
    • The regime employed Goebbels-like tactics to control the narrative.
Variants and Related Words
  • Goebbelsian (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of Joseph Goebbels or his propaganda methods.
    • The film was criticized for its Goebbelsian portrayal of historical events.
Synonyms
  • Propagandist: A person who spreads propaganda, especially in a biased or misleading way.
  • Demagogue: A political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • "Big lie": A propaganda technique, often associated with Goebbels, where a lie so colossal is told that people will believe it because they would not believe that someone could have the impudence to distort the truth so infamously.
    • The politician's claim was dismissed as a "big lie" tactic straight out of the Goebbels playbook.
Noun
  1. German propaganda minister in Nazi Germany who persecuted the Jews (1897-1945)

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