1. plural of brainwashing; instances or processes of systematically altering someone's beliefs or attitudes through psychological pressure, propaganda, or coercion
Usage: countable noun; often used in historical or political contexts

Examples

• The documentary examined the brainwashings used by authoritarian regimes to control their populations.
• Cult experts study the psychological techniques of brainwashings to help rescue victims.
• Historical accounts describe the brainwashings that occurred during wartime propaganda campaigns.
• The novel depicted various brainwashings employed by the totalitarian government.
• Researchers have documented multiple brainwashings in closed communities isolated from outside information.
• The survivors spoke about the brainwashings they endured and how they eventually broke free.