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Demagog

7 lettersnounrare

Updated June 2026

Definition

A political leader who gains power by exploiting popular prejudices and passions rather than rational argument.

The historian argued that the general was a demagog who stirred up hatred to win votes.

Pronunciation

Syllables

dem·a·gog

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Synonyms

demagogue

Antonyms

statesman

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

No double letters, ends in G which is rarer in Wordle, D and M are solid openers

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Scrabble

Worth 12 points, variant spelling of demagogue saves two tiles, G at the end can hook well

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