spin doctor

noun

: a person (such as a political aide) responsible for ensuring that others interpret an event from a particular point of view

spin-doctor

ˈspin-ˌdäk-tər 

verb

Examples of spin doctor in a Sentence

The spin doctors from both sides were already declaring victory for their candidates as soon as the debate ended.

Recent Examples on the Web

But Israeli commentators also professed shock, if not surprise, Sunday at how closely aligned the journalist and spin doctor appeared to be. — Ben Smith, semafor.com, 12 Oct. 2026

Suffolk County — Boston, Revere, Chelsea, and Winthrop — has nearly 800,000 residents who need a crime fighter, not a spin doctor. — Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 31 Aug. 2026

In addition to his performance as the 12th Doctor in Doctor Who, Capaldi also is known for his portrayal of spin doctor Malcolm Tucker in four seasons of The Thick Of It, winning two British Comedy Awards for his work. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2026

Then there was the harsh glare of the British media, where Hilton’s reputation as a shoeless spin doctor inspired a character in a fictional TV series. — Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1984, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for spin doctor

• auctor
• proctor