demagogy meaning

UK US /ˈdɛməɡɑdʒi/ 4 syllables

demagogy (noun): impassioned appeals to the prejudices and emotions of the populace.

Definition of demagogy

  1. impassioned appeals to the prejudices and emotions of the populace

    Synonyms: demagoguery

    Type of: entreaty

    Kinds: flag waving

    Related forms: demagogic, demagogical

How to pronounce demagogy

demagogy is pronounced /ˈdɛməɡɑdʒi/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Scrabble score: 16 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with DE · words ending in GY · 8-letter words

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