demagogue

/'deməgɔg/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular passions and prejudices: A demagogue is a person, especially a political leader, who gains popularity and power by exploiting emotions, prejudices, and ignorance, rather than by using rational argument or factual evidence.
Usage
  • The term "demagogue" is used to describe a specific type of leader or orator. It carries a strong negative connotation, implying manipulation and dishonesty.
  • It is typically used in political and historical contexts to critique leaders who use populist, often inflammatory, rhetoric.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The historian warned that the nation was vulnerable to a demagogue who would promise easy solutions to complex problems.
    • He was accused of being a demagogue for using fear and nationalism to rally his supporters.
Advanced Usage
  • "To demagogue" (verb, less common): To behave like a demagogue; to treat (an issue) in the manner of a demagogue.
    • Politicians sometimes choose to demagogue the immigration issue rather than discuss it rationally.
  • "Demagogic" (adjective): Characteristic of or relating to a demagogue.
    • His demagogic speeches were filled with empty promises and attacks on minorities.
Variants and Related Words
  • Demagoguery (n): The actions, rhetoric, or techniques of a demagogue; demagogic practices.
    • The election was marred by lies and demagoguery.
  • Demagogism (n): A less common synonym for demagoguery.
Synonyms
  • Rabble-rouser: A person who stirs up the passions or prejudices of the public.
  • Firebrand: A person who is passionate about a particular cause, typically inciting change and often trouble.
  • Populist (Note: This can be a more neutral term for a politician who claims to represent the common people, but it can overlap with "demagogue" when such appeals are manipulative).
Antonyms
  • Statesman/Stateswoman: A skilled, experienced, and respected political leader.
  • Moderate: A person who holds moderate views, especially in politics.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • "Pandering to the crowd": Acting to please the general public in a way that is often seen as insincere or manipulative, similar to demagoguery.
    • Critics accused him of pandering to the crowd instead of offering substantive policy.
Noun
  1. a political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular passions and prejudices

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