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Definition of propagandize - 2 dictionary results

prop⋅a⋅gan⋅dize

[prop-uh-gan-dahyz] verb, -dized, -diz⋅ing.
–verb (used with object)
1. to propagate or publicize (principles, dogma, etc.) by means of propaganda.
2. to subject to propaganda: to propagandize enemy countries.
–verb (used without object)
3. to carry on or disseminate propaganda.
Also, especially British, prop⋅a⋅gan⋅dise.


Origin:
1835–45; propagand(a) + -ize
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prop·a·gan·dize   (prŏp'ə-gān'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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