1. to make someone accept new beliefs by using repeated pressure, force, or special mental techniques

Examples

• The cult tried to brainwash new members with constant repetition of their beliefs.
• Prisoners of war were subjected to attempts to brainwash them.
• She felt her parents were trying to brainwash her into following their political views.
• The documentary showed how totalitarian regimes brainwash citizens through propaganda.
• Critics accused the school of brainwashing students with biased information.
• He claimed the media was trying to brainwash the public.