noun
- political activity or practices that seek support by appealing to the desires and prejudices of ordinary people rather than by using rational argument
Usage: often disapproving
Examples
- The candidate’s speech was full of demagoguery, promising impossible solutions to complex problems.
- Political analysts criticized the rally as pure demagoguery designed to inflame emotions.
- The senator avoided demagoguery and instead presented detailed policy proposals.
- History shows how demagoguery can undermine democratic institutions.
- The debate descended into demagoguery rather than substantive discussion of the issues.
- Voters grew tired of the politician’s demagoguery and demanded real solutions.