Propaganda

/ˌprɒpəˈɡændə/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote a political cause or point of view.
The government used propaganda to rally support for the war effort.
The dissemination of such information as a means of influencing the attitudes of a population.
Social media platforms can be effective tools for spreading propaganda.
A specific doctrine or emphasis advocated by a particular group.
The campaign was criticized for its use of propaganda to push its agenda.

Etymology

The term 'propaganda' originates from the Latin 'propagare', meaning 'to spread' or 'to propagate'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

political propaganda
Information presented to influence political opinions.
propaganda machine
An organization or system that produces propaganda.
propaganda war
An attempt to win a conflict by undermining the opposing side's narrative.

Related Words

propagandist
A person who promotes propaganda.
propagate
To spread or promote ideas or information widely.
disinformation
False information that is deliberately spread.

Slang Meanings

Pushing an agenda
The article felt like a bunch of pushing an agenda.
Spin
The company's press release was just spin and propaganda.