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demonize Synonyms

Another word for demonize

Choosing another word for demonize depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To portray or represent (someone or something) as wicked, threatening, or monstrous.

Usage Example

"Historians cautioned against the tendency to vilify the opposing faction rather than examining the complex economic causes of the dispute."

Strongest
vilify
diabolize
Strong
malign
denigrate
defame
slander
smear
Weak
disparage

• verb (Context 2)

To convert into a demon or subject to the influence of demons (primarily historical or literary).

Usage Example

"In medieval folklore, certain curses were believed to diabolize ordinary mortals and strip them of their humanity."

Strongest
diabolize
Strong
bedevil
Weak
bewitch

Opposites of demonize

The opposite of demonize shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

glorify
idealize
deify
exalt
lionize
exorcise
venerate
sanctify
See all opposites of demonize

• Nearby Words

demonic
demonically
demonization
demonize
demonstrable
demonstrably
demonstrate

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Demonize. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/demonize
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