propaganda
Translation
propaganda
Examples
The government used propaganda to win support.
The government used propaganda to win support.
He dismissed the report as mere propaganda.
He dismissed the report as mere propaganda.
Grammar Patterns
propaganda ((for/against sth.)) information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote a political cause or point of view. They spread propaganda against the new policy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: promotion, advertising, information, disinformation
Etymology
From Latin 'propagare' meaning 'to spread, extend'. Originally from a committee of cardinals, the 'Congregatio de Propaganda Fide' (Congregation for Propagating the Faith).
Memory Tips
Think of 'propagating' an idea, often in a biased or misleading way to promote a political cause.