Definitions
- Describing the act of portraying someone or something as evil or wicked. - Referring to the process of vilifying or condemning a person or group of people. - Talking about the practice of making someone or something appear dangerous or threatening.
- Describing the act of portraying someone or something as evil or wicked. - Referring to the process of vilifying or condemning a person or group of people. - Talking about the practice of making someone or something appear dangerous or threatening.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words have the same meaning and are used interchangeably.
- 2Both words are used to describe the act of portraying someone or something as evil or wicked.
- 3Both words can be used in a variety of contexts, including politics, media, and entertainment.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Demonise is more commonly used in British English, while demonize is more commonly used in American English.
- 2Connotation: Demonise may have a slightly less negative connotation than demonize, which can imply a more extreme or malicious portrayal.
Remember this!
Demonise and demonize are synonyms that mean the same thing - to portray someone or something as evil or wicked. The only difference between the two words is their spelling, pronunciation, and usage in different English dialects. Both words can be used in a variety of contexts, including politics, media, and entertainment.
