propagandize
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prop·a·gan·dize
(prŏp′ə-găn′dīz′)v. prop·a·gan·dized, prop·a·gan·diz·ing, prop·a·gan·diz·es
v.tr.
1. To engage in propaganda for (a doctrine or cause).
2. To subject (a person or group) to propaganda.
v.intr.
To spread propaganda: propagandized against legalized drug use.
prop′a·gan′diz′er n.
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propagandize
(ˌprɒpəˈɡændaɪz) orpropagandise
vb
1. (tr) to spread by propaganda
2. (tr) to subject to propaganda
3. (intr) to spread or organize propaganda
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prop•a•gan•dize
(ˌprɒp əˈgæn daɪz)v. -dized, -diz•ing. v.t.
1. to propagate or publicize (principles, dogma, etc.) by means of propaganda.
2. to subject to propaganda.
v.i. 3. to carry on or disseminate propaganda.
[1835–45]
prop`a•gan′dism, n.
prop`a•gan′dist, n., adj.
prop`a•gan•dis′tic, adj.
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propagandize
Past participle: propagandized
Gerund: propagandizing
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Verb | 1. | propagandize - subject to propaganda tell - let something be known; "Tell them that you will be late" |
2. | propagandize - spread by propaganda |
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propagandize
verbTo teach to accept a system of thought uncritically:
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Translations
propagandize
[prɒpəˈgændaɪz]A. VT [+ doctrine] → propagar; [+ person] → hacer propaganda a
B. VI → hacer propaganda
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