De propaganda
Example: De propaganda beïnvloedde de mening van veel mensen tijdens de oorlog.
Definition
"De propaganda" refers to the systematic spreading of information, ideas, or rumors deliberately to influence public opinion or behavior, often during wartime or political campaigns. It aims to shape perceptions and attitudes, as in the phrase: 'De propaganda beïnvloedde de mening van veel mensen tijdens de oorlog.'
Etymology
The word "de propaganda" originates from the Latin term 'propaganda,' meaning 'things to be propagated.' It was first used in a formal sense by the Catholic Church in the 17th century to describe the congregation responsible for spreading faith, before evolving to its modern usage related to influencing public opinion.
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"De propaganda" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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