Definitions

1. adjective

Characterized by or given to demagoguery; appealing to the emotions or prejudices of people rather than their reason

“The politician’s demagogic rhetoric exploited the fears of the electorate.”

2. noun

A person who uses demagoguery; a person who appeals to the emotions or prejudices of people rather than their reason

“The demagogic leader rallied his followers with inflammatory speeches.”