Definition

Noun: 1. Doctrine; Teaching: A formal and systematic set of principles, beliefs, or theories concerning a particular field of study, such as science, politics, philosophy, or ethics, which serves as a foundation for understanding, analysis, and guiding action. 2. Theory: A coherent statement of ideas intended to explain a phenomenon or a set of principles in a structured way.

Usage Examples

• (Darwin's theory of evolution changed biology.)
• (He studies Western political doctrines.)
• (This doctrine provides a solid foundation for research.)

Advanced Usage

• The term is formal and academic, typically used in contexts of philosophy, political science, economics, and scientific discourse.
• It implies a comprehensive, structured, and often authoritative body of thought, distinguishing it from a simple idea or opinion.

Variants and Related Words

• Thuyết (n): A theory or thesis. Often used as a shorter, more general form (e.g., – theory of relativity).
• Giáo lý (n): Doctrine, teaching. Often carries a stronger connotation of religious or dogmatic teachings.
• Chủ nghĩa (n): An ideology or "ism" (e.g., – socialism). Refers more to a broad system of beliefs and practices.

Synonyms

• Doctrine: A belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a group.
• Theory: A supposition or a system of ideas intended to explain something.
• Philosophy: A theory or attitude that acts as a guiding principle for behavior.

Related Idioms

• Theo học thuyết của...: To follow the doctrine of...
  • Anh ta theo học thuyết của Keynes trong kinh tế. (He follows the doctrine of Keynes in economics.)

noun

1. doctrine; teaching