プロパガンダ
Meanings
1
Refers to the systematic dissemination of information, ideas, or rumors to influence public opinion, often with a political or ideological aim. Can carry a negative connotation of manipulation.
During the war, the government spread propaganda.
The film was criticized as propaganda.
Usage patterns
- プロパガンダを行うto carry out/conduct propaganda
The government carried out propaganda aimed at its citizens.
- 〈物〉をプロパガンダに利用するto use something for propaganda purposes
That film was used for propaganda purposes during the war.
- プロパガンダを広めるto spread propaganda
The organization is spreading propaganda using the internet.
- プロパガンダに乗せられるto be taken in by propaganda
Many people were taken in by that propaganda.