Dogma

/ˈdɔɡ.mə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true.

The dogma of the church was challenged by new scientific discoveries.

A truth recognized by a particular group, especially a religious group.

The dogma of the faith requires its followers to believe in the existence of a higher power.

An established opinion or belief that is held as authoritative.

In the world of politics, certain dogmas can be difficult to challenge.

A doctrine or code of beliefs accepted as authoritative.

The marketing team adhered to the dogma that customer satisfaction is the most important metric.

An official system of principles or tenets concerning faith, morals, or behavior.

The dogma of the organization outlined rules for ethical conduct.

From Greek 'dogma', meaning 'opinion, belief'.

beyond dogma

Going beyond established beliefs or doctrines

challenge the dogma

To question or dispute widely held beliefs

dogma of the church

The official beliefs or doctrines espoused by a religious organization

doctrine

A belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a church, political party, or other group.

creed

A system of Christian or other religious belief; a faith.

A rigid belief system.

He's so caught up in his dogma that he can't see any other viewpoints.

An established norm that people blindly follow.

The team's strategy was treated like dogma, and no one dared to question it.