as in campaign
usually disapproving
ideas or statements that are often false or exaggerated and that are spread in order to help a cause, a political leader, a government, etc.
He was accused of spreading propaganda. a propaganda campaign The report was nothing but lies and propaganda.
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Recent Examples of propaganda
And the Hindenburg, the largest airship in the world at the time, was the industry’s crowning achievement — as well as a propaganda vehicle for Nazi Germany.
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Frank Landymore, Futurism, 18 Feb. 2026
European Jewish groups said the Berlin shirt was insensitive, given that the 1936 Games were intended to function as a propaganda tool for Hitler’s regime.
—Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
Vienna public prosecutors said in a statement that the unnamed defendant had declared allegiance to the Islamic State group by sharing propaganda material and videos via various messaging services.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Among the films drawing particular attention is the final documentary from Bektash Abtin, the Iranian poet, artist and director who was arrested and imprisoned on charges of anti-government propaganda.
—Tina Ahmadi Krol, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
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Frank Landymore, Futurism, 18 Feb. 2026
European Jewish groups said the Berlin shirt was insensitive, given that the 1936 Games were intended to function as a propaganda tool for Hitler’s regime.
—Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
Vienna public prosecutors said in a statement that the unnamed defendant had declared allegiance to the Islamic State group by sharing propaganda material and videos via various messaging services.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Among the films drawing particular attention is the final documentary from Bektash Abtin, the Iranian poet, artist and director who was arrested and imprisoned on charges of anti-government propaganda.
—Tina Ahmadi Krol, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for propaganda
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That changed a bit on a sunny Saturday in San Francisco, the contest assuming a smidgen of campaign heat — chanting crowds, sign-waving supporters, call-and-response from the audience — as the state party held its annual convention in this bluest of cities.—
Mark Z. Barabak,
Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Fairbanks, a communications consultant for nonprofits and a political organizer, has created a new campaign – Keep MN Housed – to help struggling families make their rent and avoid eviction.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
24 Feb. 2026
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Campaigns and organizations supporting — or opposing — the Senate candidates are required to disclose some information in advertisements.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Feb. 2026
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By the early 20th century, and undoubtedly before that, the sight of an advertisement for bock beer, usually depicting a goat, became as ubiquitous a sign of spring as seeing the first robin.—
Jay R. Brooks,
Mercury News,
27 Feb. 2026
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By participating in the contest, the winners agree to have their name, voice, or likeness used in any advertising or broadcasting material relating to this contest, and to sign a publicity release, affidavit of eligibility and release of liability prior to acceptance of the prize.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Some politicians are skeptical that Wasserman’s role is essential to keep the finances on track, and worry continued publicity about the Epstein files could make some sponsors think twice before getting involved.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Emily Lorsch,
NBC news,
27 Feb. 2026
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Unlike OpenAI, which is testing ads in ChatGPT, Anthropic has pledged not to show ads in its chatbot Claude.—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2026
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Campaigning began almost immediately after the announcement, with major commercial news outlets showing political advertising for the Social Democrats, while supporters of the populist anti-immigration Danish People's party began leafleting in parliament in Copenhagen.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Feb. 2026
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Which Mayor Johnson had backed a corporate head tax, his opponents' budget relied on an increase in the city's plastic bag tax, overhauling the tax on off-premise liquor sales; legalizing video gambling terminals in Chicago, and opening up new advertising opportunities.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Propaganda.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propaganda. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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