daɪˈæbəˌlaɪz

Definitions

1. verb

to attribute evil motives or actions to someone or something

“The media accused the politician of diabolizing her opponent for personal gain.”

2. verb

to make someone or something seem evil or wicked

“The film diabolized the villain to make the audience fear him.”

3. noun

the act of attributing evil motives or actions

“The politician’s campaign was criticized for its diabolization of the opposition.”