The phrase "continue to demonize" refers to the act of portraying something or someone as evil or wicked persistently. Some synonyms for it include vilify, denigrate, defame, slander, malign, and defame. Vilify and denigrate entail a systematic criticism aimed at someone or something with the intention of causing harm. Defame, slander, and malign all involve making false or derogatory remarks about someone or something. To demonize is to depict a person or an entity as something evil or an embodiment of evil. By using vicious and exaggerated language, one can create negative perceptions of the subject, even if it is not an accurate reflection of reality.