Synonyms for

Propaganda

Verb / ˌprɑ:pʌˈgændʌ / Another word for propaganda — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote or publicize a particular political cause or point of view.

Synonyms & similar words

disinformation misinformation indoctrination brainwashing publicity promotion advertising marketing spin manipulation persuasion influence information communication message campaign proselytizing advocacy agitation hype

Synonyms by register

Formal

indoctrination disinformation persuasion advocacy

Informal

spin hype muckraking brainwashing

Literary

missive preachment

Antonyms

truth fact honesty objectivity neutrality impartiality veracity

Common collocations

  • political propaganda
  • war propaganda
  • public propaganda
  • propaganda machine
  • propaganda techniques
  • propaganda film
  • propaganda poster

Word family

noun propaganda
verb propagate
adjective propagandistic

Usage note

Propaganda often carries a negative connotation, implying biased or misleading information used for political purposes. While 'propagate' can also refer to the spreading of ideas or beliefs more generally, 'propaganda' specifically denotes a systematic effort to influence public opinion.

Example sentences

  1. The politician used propaganda to convince people to vote for him.
  2. The company's propaganda made their product seem better than it actually was.
  3. The propaganda in the news was misleading.
  4. The government's propaganda was designed to make people believe their policies were working.
  5. The propaganda was so convincing that many people believed it was true.

Quotes

  • The conscious and intelligent manipulation of the organized habits and opinions of the masses is an important element in democratic society. Those who manipulate this unseen mechanism of society constitute an invisible government which is the true ruling power of our country. We are governed, our minds are molded, our tastes formed, our ideas suggested, largely by men we have never heard of. This is a logical result of the way in which our democratic society is organized. Vast numbers of human beings must cooperate in this manner if they are to live together as a smoothly functioning society.
  • Propaganda is to a democracy what the bludgeon is to a totalitarian state.
  • Propaganda is a soft weapon; hold it in your hands too long, and it will move about like a snake, and strike the other way.

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