doctrine

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doctrine

A teacher explains a key doctrine to attentive students in a classroom.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a religious, political, or philosophical group: A formal, codified body of principles or teachings that is considered authoritative by its adherents.
    • A stated principle of government policy, especially in foreign affairs: An official or foundational policy that guides actions and decisions.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The doctrine of separation of powers is fundamental to the U.S. Constitution.
    • Many religions have specific doctrines regarding the nature of the soul.
    • The president announced a new foreign policy doctrine of strategic engagement.
Advanced Usage
  • "To preach/espouse a doctrine": To actively teach or advocate for a particular set of beliefs.
    • The philosopher spent his life espousing a doctrine of radical individualism.
  • "Doctrinal differences": Refers to disagreements over the core principles of a belief system.
    • The schism in the church was caused by deep doctrinal differences.
Variants and Related Words
  • Doctrinal (adj): Relating to a doctrine or doctrines.
    • The debate was over a doctrinal issue, not a practical one.
  • Doctrinaire (adj/noun): Rigidly devoted to a theory or doctrine without regard for practicality; a person who is so devoted.
    • His doctrinaire approach made compromise impossible.
Synonyms
  • Dogma: A principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true.
  • Tenet: A principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy.
  • Creed: A formal statement of religious beliefs; a system of belief.
Related Phrases
  • "The Monroe Doctrine": A specific U.S. foreign policy principle from the 19th century opposing European colonialism in the Americas.
    • Historians studied the long-term effects of the Monroe Doctrine.
Related Idioms
  • "To be a matter of doctrine": To be an issue concerning the official, authoritative teachings of a group.
    • For them, the ritual's form is not just tradition; it's a matter of doctrine.
doctrine

A teacher explains a key doctrine to attentive students in a classroom.

Noun
  1. a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school

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