demagogical

• Abwertend für eine Redeweise oder Handlungsweise, die an Vorurteile und Emotionen des Volkes appelliert, um Zustimmung zu gewinnen; typisch für einen Demagogen.

An obsolete adjective describing something that appeals to popular prejudices and emotions, characteristic of a demagogue.

1. Characteristic of a demagogueC1formalpolitical

   Relating to or resembling a political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular prejudices and emotions rather than by using rational argument.

   Demagogisch

   • His demagogical speeches stirred up anger against immigrants.
   • The candidate's demagogical tactics were criticized by the press.
   • She warned against the rise of demagogical rhetoric in politics.

   Synonymedemagogicincendiaryinflammatoryprovocativerabble-rousing

   Antonymefairhonestprincipledrationalreasonable