demonize
verb (used with object)
to misrepresent (someone or something) as thoroughly evil or contemptible; malign.
is demonizing
-
present progressiveof demonize (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Human rights scholars know that the key to waging an unfair fight is demonizing and dehumanizing your opponent.
From Salon ● Jan. 13, 2024
If the job of making these kinds of films is demonizing the subject, because everybody has decided that they should be demonized, then are you doing your job?
From The New Yorker ● Oct. 28, 2019
“This is not a house here that is demonizing legitimate use of firearms in New Zealand, quite to the contrary.”
From Washington Post ● Apr. 10, 2019
I found pupil attendance a major factor in achievement, but who is demonizing irresponsible parents?
From New York Times ● Mar. 14, 2012
