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dem·a·gogue    Audio Help   [dem-uh-gog, -gawg] Pronunciation Key noun, verb, -gogued, -gogu·ing.
–noun
1.a person, esp. an orator or political leader, who gains power and popularity by arousing the emotions, passions, and prejudices of the people.
2.(in ancient times) a leader of the people.
–verb (used with object)
3.to treat or manipulate (a political issue) in the manner of a demagogue; obscure or distort with emotionalism, prejudice, etc.
–verb (used without object)
4.to speak or act like a demagogue.
Also, dem·a·gog.

[Origin: 1640–50; < Gk démagōgós a leader of the people, popular leader, equiv. to dêm(os) people + agōgós leading, guiding; see -agogue]
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