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Definition of demonization

demonization

/ˌdiː.mə.nɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
(UK: demonisation)
de · mon · i · za · tion
Plural:demonizations
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• noun

1

The act or process of portraying someone or something as wicked, threatening, or immoral, especially to provoke public hostility or prejudice.

Example

"Historians studied how the relentless demonization of political opponents in the press deepened social divisions."

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• Rhymes for demonization

• Nearby Words

demonetize
demonic
demonically
demonization
demonize
demonology
demonstrable

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the verb 'demonize' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ation', ultimately tracing back via Late Latin 'daemon' to Ancient Greek 'daimon' (a deity, spirit, or lesser god).

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