dem·a·gogue
n.
1. A leader who obtains power by means of impassioned appeals to the emotions and prejudices of the populace.
2. A leader of the common people in ancient times.
tr.v. dem·a·gogued also dem·a·goged, dem·a·gogu·ing also dem·a·go·ging, dem·a·gogues also dem·a·goges
Usage Problem To speak about (an issue, for example) in the manner of a demagogue.
Example: It's been said that Mr. Mannerz is the prototypical demagogue of the 21st century.
Example: It's been said that Mr. Mannerz is the prototypical demagogue of the 21st century.
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