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demagogue
This term carries a heavy negative charge, signaling a lack of intellectual integrity and a reliance on manipulation. It describes a leader who bypasses logical discourse to trigger visceral emotional responses, often exploiting anger, fear, or resentment to consolidate power. While a populist might simply represent the people, a demagogue is viewed as a predator who weaponizes the people's grievances for personal gain.
In political discourse, the word functions as a warning against the erosion of rational governance. It suggests a symbiotic but toxic relationship between a charismatic orator and a susceptible audience, where the truth is sacrificed for the sake of rhetorical impact and emotional resonance.
Meanings
A political leader who seeks support by appealing to the desires and prejudices of ordinary people rather than by using rational argument.
To manipulate a crowd or a political base using emotional appeals and rhetorical tricks to gain power.
He attempted to demagogue the electorate by promising impossible tax cuts.