Demonize (Verb)
Meaning
Make into a demon; "Power had demonized him".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Wealth and success had demonized the once humble philanthropist in the eyes of his critics.
- After the scandal broke out, the media demonized the politician to the point where he could no longer show his face in public.
- His inability to forgive his enemies had slowly demonized his character over the years.
- Excessive ambition had demonized the scientist, forcing him to sacrifice his loved ones for the sake of his research.
- Their newfound power had demonized the siblings, causing them to forget their humble beginnings.