demagogues
Aussprache: [ˈdɛm.əˌɡɔɡz]
Wort
Kontext: „politics“
(noun) a person who tries to gain power by using people's feelings and fears, often through strong emotional speeches. They can make people believe in their ideas even if those ideas aren't good or helpful.
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The politician inspired his followers, showing he could be a great leader with his passionate speeches.
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Some people felt that the demagogue only wanted power and didn't care about the people's real needs.
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Why do some leaders become demagogues instead of working for the common good?
Kontext: „behavior“
(noun) someone who appeals to popular desires and fears rather than using rational arguments. This means they might say things that sound good but are not based on facts.
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Many admired her charisma and ability to connect with the crowd during her speech.
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His arguments were not logical; they were just tricks to get people excited without real solutions.
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What makes a speaker a demagogue instead of a rational leader?
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