Demonizes

/ˈdɛmənˌaɪzɪz/ verb

Definition

Third person singular present tense of demonize; actively portrays something as evil or demonic.

Etymology

Present tense third person singular form of demonize, adding -s to show the verb acts in the present with a singular subject (he/she/it demonizes).

Kelly Says

Notice how media studies scholars track when political rhetoric 'demonizes' opponents—this verb has become a key analytical tool for detecting harmful propaganda in real time.

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