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- [dem-uh-goj-ik, -gog-, -goh-jik]
- /ˌdɛm əˈgɒdʒ ɪk, -ˈgɒg-, -ˈgoʊ dʒɪk/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [dem-uh-goj-ik, -gog-, -goh-jik]
- /ˌdɛm əˈgɒdʒ ɪk, -ˈgɒg-, -ˈgoʊ dʒɪk/
Definitions of demagogic word
- adjective demagogic If you say that someone such as a politician is demagogic, you are criticizing them because you think they try to win people's support by appealing to their emotions rather than using reasonable arguments. 3
- adjective demagogic of, characteristic of, relating to, or resembling a demagogue 3
- adjective demagogic of, like, or characteristic of a demagogue or demagogy 3
- adjective demagogic of, relating to, or characteristic of a demagogue. 1
- noun demagogic Of or pertaining to demagogy or a demagogue. 1
- adjective demagogic characteristic of a demagogue 1
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Origin of demagogic
First appearance:
before 1825 One of the 37% newest English words
1825-35; < Greek dēmagōgikós, equivalent to dēmagōg(ós) (see demagogue) + -ikos -ic
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Parts of speech for Demagogic
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
demagogic popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 55% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
demagogic usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for demagogic
adj demagogic
- subversive — Also, subversionary [suh b-vur-zhuh-ner-ee, -shuh-] /səbˈvɜr ʒəˌnɛr i, -ʃə-/ (Show IPA). tending or intending to subvert or overthrow, destroy, or undermine an established or existing system, especially a legally constituted government or a set of beliefs.
- inflammatory — tending to arouse anger, hostility, passion, etc.: inflammatory speeches.
- treacherous — characterized by faithlessness or readiness to betray trust; traitorous.
- provocative — tending or serving to provoke; inciting, stimulating, irritating, or vexing.
- dangerous — If something is dangerous, it is able or likely to hurt or harm you.
adjective demagogic
- manipulative — influencing or attempting to influence the behavior or emotions of others for one’s own purposes: a manipulative boss.
- declamatory — A declamatory phrase, statement, or way of speaking is dramatic and confident.
- stirring — rousing, exciting, or thrilling: a stirring speech.
- damage — To damage an object means to break it, spoil it physically, or stop it from working properly.
- angering — a strong feeling of displeasure and belligerence aroused by a wrong; wrath; ire.
Antonyms for demagogic
adj demagogic
- loyal — faithful to one's sovereign, government, or state: a loyal subject.
- peacemaking — a person, group, or nation that tries to make peace, especially by reconciling parties who disagree, quarrel, or fight.
- calming — soothing; tranquillizing
- pleasing — giving pleasure; agreeable; gratifying: a pleasing performance.
- mitigating — to lessen in force or intensity, as wrath, grief, harshness, or pain; moderate.
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