propagand

/ˈprɒpəɡænd/ or /prəˈpæɡænd/

Definitions

1. noun

information, ideas, or messages that are spread widely (often untruthfully) to help or harm a person, group, or institution, or to promote a particular cause or product

“The company used propaganda to promote its new product and make it seem more appealing to consumers.”

2. noun

a person who spreads such information, ideas, or messages

“The government accused the journalist of being a propagandist for the opposition party.”

3. verb

to spread or promote such information, ideas, or messages

“The company’s advertising campaign propagandized the benefits of their new product.”

Synonyms

  • agitprop
  • brainwashing
  • disinformation
  • indoctrination

Antonyms

  • contrarianism
  • counter-propaganda
  • skepticism