demagogic
pronunciation
How to pronounce demagogic in British English:
UK [ˌdemə'ɡɒɡɪk]
How to pronounce demagogic in American English:
US [ˌdɛməˈɡɑdʒɪk, -ˈɡɑɡ-, -ˈɡodʒɪk]
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- Adjective:
- characteristic of or resembling a demagogue
Word Origin
- demagogic (adj.)
- 1831; see demagogue + -ic. Greek had demagogikos "fit for or like a demagogue."
Example
- 1. There is much to dislike about the demagogic , authoritarian style of the billionaire businessman turned politician .
- 2. But the demagogic instincts of western leaders pale in comparison to the negligence of their eastern counterparts .
- 3. But whose deeds may now be susceptible to demagogic or politically inspired prosecution by some seeking to score political points .
- 4. Contained in the deep quiet passion , southeast asia , demagogic style is always the desire exudes atmosphere , eclectic people get dreams .
- 5. In a speech delivered within minutes of president ronald reagan 's nomination of mr. bork in 1987 , mr. kennedy made an attack that even friendly commentators called demagogic .