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Propaganda

Definition:

Propaganda refers to information, ideas, or rumors spread to influence the opinions, beliefs, or actions of people, often in a biased or misleading manner.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

As a noun, propaganda can denote the systematic dissemination of ideas, doctrines, or rumors with the aim of shaping public opinion in favor of a particular cause or ideology.

Example sentence: The government's relentless propaganda campaign swayed the public's view on the controversial policy.

Sense 2:

Propaganda can also be used as a verb to describe the act of spreading biased or misleading information to manipulate people's beliefs or actions.

Example sentence: The politician tried to propaganda their opponent's policies through false advertisements and exaggerated claims.

Sense 3:

Informally, propaganda can refer to any form of exaggerated or misleading information used for promotional purposes.

Example sentence: The movie trailer was filled with propaganda, making the film seem much more exciting than it actually was.

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