Demonisation (Noun)
Meaning
To represent as diabolically evil; "the demonization of our enemies".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The media's portrayal of the politician as corrupt and power-hungry was seen as a deliberate attempt at demonisation to sway public opinion.
- The demonisation of the former enemy state had a lasting impact on the country's foreign policy, making reconciliation a difficult process.
- Critics argued that the government's rhetoric was a form of demonisation, dehumanising the asylum seekers and justifying harsh treatment.
- Historians have reevaluated the demonisation of the opposing leader during wartime, suggesting that it was an exaggeration meant to rally the troops.
- The artist's latest piece sparked controversy as it challenged the demonisation of certain marginalised groups by presenting a more nuanced and complex representation.