Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that induces or tries to induce someone to adopt a particular opinion or attitude, often by deceit or manipulation.

“The government was accused of using brainwashers to control the media.”

2. verb

To induce or try to induce someone to adopt a particular opinion or attitude, often by deceit or manipulation.

“The cult brainwashed its members into believing in its false teachings.”