Demagogue

DEM-uh-gawg

Definition

  1. (noun) A leader who gains power by appealing to emotions, prejudices, or popular desires rather than reason or logic.

Example

The politician’s speeches, filled with fear-mongering and empty promises, revealed him as a demagogue.

Fun Fact

“Demagogue” comes from the Greek dēmagōgos, meaning “leader of the people.” While it once referred to positive leaders, the word now carries a negative connotation, describing figures who manipulate public emotions for personal gain. History is full of such figures, making “demagogue” a powerful term in political discourse.

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