demagogue

/ˈdɛməɡɒɡ/

3 senses across 2 parts of speech

noun

  1. A political orator or leader who gains favor by pandering to or exciting the passions and prejudices of the audience rather than by using rational argument.

  2. A leader of the people.

verb

  1. To speak or act in the manner of a demagogue; to speak about (an issue) in the manner of a demagogue.

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