Demonizing

/ˈdɛmənˌaɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of demonize; the ongoing process of portraying someone or something as evil or demonic.

Etymology

Present participle form of demonize, using -ing to indicate an ongoing or continuous action, or functioning as an adjective or noun form.

Kelly Says

The continuous form 'demonizing' emphasizes that this isn't a one-time insult but a sustained campaign—scholars use this form specifically because it highlights how systematic prejudice works over time.

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