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demonizing

Pronunciation: [ˈdiːmənaɪzɪŋ]

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Learn how to use demonizing in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “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.

Example

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.

Example

Why do some people feel the need to demonize others instead of trying to understand them?

Context: “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.

Example

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.

Example

How does the media sometimes demonize people in their stories?

How to pronounce demonizing

Pronunciation: [ˈdiːmənaɪzɪŋ]

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