Definition of Propeganda

Definition of Propeganda

Propaganda, a congregation, as it is called, at Rome, originated by Gregory XIII., and organised in 1622 by Gregory XV., the object of which is to propagate the faith of the Church among heathen nations and in countries where there is no established hierarchy, connected with which there is a college at Rome called the Congregatio de Propaganda Fide, where pupils are instructed for different fields of missionary enterprise.

- Wikipedia

Prop`a*gan"da (?), n. [Abbrev. fr. L. de propaganda fide: cf. F. propagande. See Propagate.]

1. (R. C. Ch.) (a) A congregation of cardinals, established in 1622, charged with the management of missions. (b) The college of the Propaganda, instituted by Urban VIII. (1623-1644) to educate priests for missions in all parts of the world.

2. Hence, any organization or plan for spreading a particular doctrine or a system of principles.

- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

speech or writing advancing one's cause or ideas, or denouncing one's opponents.

Dutch
propaganda.

German
propaganda.

Italian
propaganda.

Polish
propaganda.

Portuguese
propaganda.

Spanish
propaganda.

- The Nuttall Encyclopedia

You arrived at this page by searching for Propeganda
The correct Spelling of this word is: Propaganda

Thank you for visiting FreeFactFinder. On our home page you will find extensive articles covering a wide range of topics.

Home | A to Z | About | Contact Us | Related Links