demagogy

/dɛməˈɡɒɡi/

Definitions

1. noun

the use of popular appeal and demagogic rhetoric to manipulate public opinion or win support, especially for unscrupulous or authoritarian purposes.

“The politician’s use of demagogy helped him win the election, but his actions as president were widely criticized.”

Synonyms

  • demagoguery
  • populism

Antonyms

  • rationalism
  • sophistry