fearmongering
|fear-mong-er-ing|
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/ˈfɪrˌmʌŋɡərɪŋ/
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/ˈfɪəˌmʌŋɡərɪŋ/
(fearmonger)
arousing fear
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fearmongering' originates from the combination of 'fear' and 'monger', where 'monger' meant 'seller or trader'.
Historical Evolution
'fearmonger' changed from the Old English word 'mangere' meaning 'merchant', and eventually became the modern English word 'fearmonger'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to trade in fear', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'arousing public fear'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of deliberately arousing public fear or alarm about a particular issue.
The politician was accused of fearmongering to gain votes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45