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adjective
- 1. inclined to lay down principles as undeniably true: "she was not tempted to be dogmatic about what she believed"
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DOGMATIC definition: 1. If you are dogmatic, you are certain that you are right and that everyone else is wrong. 2. If…. Learn more.
The meaning of DOGMATIC is characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts. How to use dogmatic in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Dogmatic.
dogmatic. (dɒgmætɪk , US dɔːg- ) adjective. If you say that someone is dogmatic, you are critical of them because they are convinced that they are right, and refuse to consider that other opinions might also be justified. [disapproval] Many writers at this time held rigidly dogmatic views.
dogmatic. If you are dogmatic, you are certain that you are right and that everyone else is wrong. Do not, however, be dogmatic or arbitrary in saying what you think. In the first place there was the element of dogmatic teaching. It is as foolish to deny as to assert his existence in a dogmatic and thoughtless manner.
being certain that your beliefs are right and that others should accept them, without paying attention to evidence or other opinions. a dogmatic approach. There is a danger of becoming too dogmatic about teaching methods. He was strident and dogmatic in giving his opinions.
What does the word dogmatic mean? There are nine meanings listed in OED's entry for the word dogmatic, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. dogmatic has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.
To be dogmatic is to follow a set of rules no matter what. The rules might be religious, philosophical, or made-up, but dogmatic people would never waver in their beliefs so don’t even think of trying to change their minds.
DOGMATIC definition: not willing to accept other ideas or opinions because you think yours are right. Learn more.
Definition of dogmatic adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
a. (of a statement, opinion, etc) forcibly asserted as if authoritative and unchallengeable. b. (of a person) prone to making such statements. 2. (Philosophy) of, relating to, or constituting dogma: dogmatic writings.
