Demagoguery
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌdɛməˈɡɑɡəɹi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Demagoguery is a noun meaning The actions of a demagogue.
Meaning
The actions of a demagogue.
More Meanings
- Rhetoric that appeals to the prejudices of the people.
Example Sentences
Long before the energy crisis the debate over deregulation of natural gas prices raged stormily, stirring high emotions, demagogueries and mutual deceptions, and with literally billions of dollars at stake.
The desire for politicians who are sincere explains not only the strategic value of demagoguery (and hence the campaign choices of candidates like Trump who may not in fact believe their own demagogic bombast).
Word Forms
- demagogueries
Synonyms for demagoguery
Depending on context, synonyms include demagogy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include populism, popularity, preaching, rhetoric, soapbox, ochlagogy.
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