demonize
verb (used with object)
to misrepresent (someone or something) as thoroughly evil or contemptible; malign.
demonizing
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present participleof demonize.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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You can empathize with your friend without demonizing your own position or patronizing her by saying everything will be OK.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 2, 2026
“Responsible public voices should be awaiting a full investigation, not making generalizations and demonizing law-abiding citizens,” the NRA retorted, to Essayli.
From Slate ● Jan. 28, 2026
“Responsible public voices should be awaiting a full investigation, not making generalizations and demonizing law-abiding citizens,” the association said in a statement on X.
From Salon ● Jan. 26, 2026
"Responsible public voices should be awaiting a full investigation, not making generalizations and demonizing law-abiding citizens," it said on X.
From Barron's ● Jan. 25, 2026
“Why are we demonizing this man for speaking his mind?”
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
