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propagandize

/ˈprɑpəˌgænˈdaɪz/
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Other forms: propagandizing; propagandized; propagandizes

To propagandize is to spread biased information that supports a particular political viewpoint. Most governments have been known to propagandize in an attempt to influence the perception (and behavior) of their citizens.

A government might propagandize at the start of a war to rally support, and political protesters may propagandize to raise awareness of an issue or inspire others to get involved with their cause. Corporations sometimes propagandize to influence buyers and investors. These groups could print posters and flyers or run radio and TV ads spreading their message. The earliest so-called propagandizing was done by eighteenth century Catholic cardinals whose mission was to "propagate the faith."

Definitions of propagandize
  1. verb
    subject to propaganda
    synonyms: propagandise
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    type of:
    tell
    let something be known
  2. verb
    spread by propaganda
    synonyms: propagandise
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    type of:
    advertise, advertize, promote, push
    make publicity for; try to sell (a product)
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