Informal. psychological warfare. of, relating to, or characteristic of psychological warfare: to wage a psywar campaign against the enemy.

How is psychological warfare used?

Psychological warfare is defined as actions intended to reduce an opponent's morale or mental well being. This type of attack is usually carried out through propaganda, ideas or statements that are false or exaggerated deliberately, spread to influence the masses.

What is a simple definition of propaganda?

Propaganda is the dissemination of information—facts, arguments, rumours, half-truths, or lies—to influence public opinion.