demonizing
Prononciation : [ˈdiːmənaɪzɪŋ]
Mot
Contexte : « relationship »
(verb) to make someone or a group seem evil or very bad. This often happens in arguments or when talking about people you don't like. It's like saying someone is a monster when they might not be that bad.
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In the story, the hero was not demonizing the villain; instead, he tried to understand him.
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The politician was demonizing his opponent, making people think he was the worst person.
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Why do some people feel the need to demonize others instead of trying to understand them?
Contexte : « media »
(verb) to portray someone or something in a very negative way in movies, news, or social media. This can create a wrong impression about that person or thing, like turning them into a scary creature.
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The documentary aimed to show the truth and not demonize any particular group.
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Many reports were demonizing the peaceful protestors, showing them as violent.
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How does the media sometimes demonize people in their stories?
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