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demagoguing

dem·a·gogue
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [dem-uh-gog, -gawg]
    • /ˈdɛm əˌgɒg, -ˌgɔg/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [dem-uh-gog, -gawg]
    • /ˈdɛm əˌgɒg, -ˌgɔg/

Definitions of demagoguing word

  • noun demagoguing a person, especially an orator or political leader, who gains power and popularity by arousing the emotions, passions, and prejudices of the people. 1
  • noun demagoguing (in ancient times) a leader of the people. 1
  • verb with object demagoguing to treat or manipulate (a political issue) in the manner of a demagogue; obscure or distort with emotionalism, prejudice, etc. 1
  • verb without object demagoguing to speak or act like a demagogue. 1
  • noun demagoguing Present participle of demagogue. 1

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Origin of demagoguing

First appearance:

before 1640
One of the 44% oldest English words
1640-50; < Greek dēmagōgós a leader of the people, popular leader, equivalent to dêm(os) people + agōgós leading, guiding; see -agogue

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Parts of speech for Demagoguing

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

demagoguing popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 75% 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.

demagoguing usage trend in Literature

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