How to Pronounce "demonizing"
word
ˈdiməˌnaɪzɪŋ
DEE-muh-NY-zing
ˈdiːmənaɪzɪŋ
DEE-muh-ny-zing
Definition
To portray someone or something as evil or dangerous, often unfairly or with exaggeration.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdiməˌnaɪzɪŋ
British English
ˈdiːmənaɪzɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEE-muh-NY-zing
UK
DEE-muh-ny-zing
Listen in Context
The news was demonizing the protesters without knowing the full story.
She said we should stop demonizing people with different opinions.
Many movies are criticized for demonizing certain cultures.
Stop demonizing your competitors—it just makes you look insecure.