Misleader: meaning, definitions and examples
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misleader
[ mɪsˈliːdər ]
in manipulation
A person who leads others astray, especially in a deceitful way. A misleader is someone who intentionally misguides or deceives others for their own benefit.
Synonyms
charlatan, deceiver, manipulator.
Examples of usage
- He was known as a misleader, always manipulating the truth to serve his own interests.
- The misleader convinced the public to support his fraudulent scheme.
in politics
A political leader who intentionally provides false information or guidance to the public. Misleaders in politics often use propaganda and misinformation to sway public opinion.
Synonyms
deceptive leader, demagogue, propagandist.
Examples of usage
- The candidate was exposed as a misleader, spreading lies about his opponents.
- People are tired of misleaders who prioritize their own agendas over the needs of the country.
Translations
Translations of the word "misleader" in other languages:
🇵🇹 enganador
🇮🇳 भ्रमित करने वाला
🇩🇪 Irreführer
🇮🇩 penyesat
🇺🇦 обманщик
🇵🇱 wprowadzający w błąd
🇯🇵 誤解を招く者
🇫🇷 trompeur
🇪🇸 engañador
🇹🇷 yanıltıcı
🇰🇷 오도하는 사람
🇸🇦 مضلل
🇨🇿 klamavý
🇸🇰 zavádzajúci
🇨🇳 误导者
🇸🇮 zavajajoč
🇮🇸 villandi
🇰🇿 адастырушы
🇬🇪 მოწამლული
🇦🇿 aldadıcı
🇲🇽 engañador
Etymology
The word 'misleader' originated in the early 17th century, derived from the combination of 'mis-' (meaning wrongly or badly) and 'leader'. The term has been used to describe individuals who lead others astray or deceive them intentionally. Misleaders have been a part of various fields, including politics, manipulation, and fraud, throughout history.
See also: lead, leaders, leadership, leading, leads, leadwort, mislead, misleading.