demagogue — a political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdeməɡɑːɡ/
Korean meaning: 합리적 논증보다는 대중의 욕망과 편견에 호소하여 지지를 얻으려는 정치 지도자, 선동가
Korean pronunciation: **데**머가그
Example Sentences
- The history teacher warned students about how demagogues manipulate public opinion through fear.
- My uncle thinks every politician is a demagogue, which makes family dinners quite awkward.
- The social media influencer turned into a demagogue, using memes to promote extreme political views.
demagogue
NOUN//ˈdeməɡɑːɡ//
a political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument
A demagogue inflames the crowd with angry gestures and accusations
The demagogue ignores the catalog, dismissing rational dialog!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From ancient Greek 'demagogos', originally meaning 'leader of the people' in a neutral sense. Over time, it developed negative connotations as it came to describe politicians who manipulate popular emotions rather than appeal to reason.
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📝Examples
“The history teacher warned students about how demagogues manipulate public opinion through fear.”
“My uncle thinks every politician is a demagogue, which makes family dinners quite awkward.”
“The social media influencer turned into a demagogue, using memes to promote extreme political views.”
“Ancient Athens struggled with demagogues who promised citizens everything they wanted to hear.”
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