Psychological operations, commonly abbreviated as "psyop," refer to the use of propaganda and other psychological techniques to influence a target audience's emotions, behavior, and beliefs. There are several synonyms for the word psyop, including tactics such as psychological warfare, influence operations, perception management, and information operations. Each of these terms describes a type of psychological manipulation aimed at achieving specific objectives. For example, influence operations might target a particular group to sway their opinion on a political issue, while perception management may involve altering the way an audience perceives certain events. Regardless of the terminology used, these techniques are powerful tools for shaping public opinion and should be wielded with care and caution.