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noun
- 1. a principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true: "the dogmas of faith" Similar Opposite
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DOGMA definition: 1. a fixed, especially religious, belief or set of beliefs that people are expected to accept…. Learn more.
The meaning of DOGMA is something held as an established opinion; especially : a definite authoritative tenet. How to use dogma in a sentence.
In Christianity, a dogma is a belief communicated by divine revelation and defined by the Church, [8] The organization's formal religious positions may be taught to new members or simply communicated to those who choose to become members.
Definition of 'dogma' dogma. (dɒgmə , US dɔːg- ) Word forms: dogmas. variable noun. If you refer to a belief or a system of beliefs as a dogma, you disapprove of it because people are expected to accept that it is true, without questioning it. [disapproval] Their political dogma has blinded them to the real needs of the country.
Dogma definition: an official system of principles or tenets concerning faith, morals, behavior, etc., as of a church.. See examples of DOGMA used in a sentence.
DOGMA definition: a belief or set of beliefs that people are expected to accept as the truth, without ever doubting…. Learn more.
Definition of dogma noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Dogma means the doctrine of belief in a religion or a political system. The literal meaning of dogma in ancient Greek was "something that seems true." These days, in English, dogma is more absolute. If you believe in a certain religion or philosophy, you believe in its dogma, or core assumptions.
1. (Theology) a religious doctrine or system of doctrines proclaimed by ecclesiastical authority as true. 2. (Philosophy) a belief, principle, or doctrine or a code of beliefs, principles, or doctrines: Marxist dogma.
DOGMA meaning: 1 : a belief or set of beliefs that is accepted by the members of a group without being questioned or doubted; 2 : a belief or set of beliefs that is taught by a religious organization.
