Meaning & Definition of word "Dogma"

Dogma

/ˈdɔɡ.mə/

1. A principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true.
- Example: The dogma of the church was challenged by new scientific discoveries.
2. A truth recognized by a particular group, especially a religious group.
- Example: The dogma of the faith requires its followers to believe in the existence of a higher power.
3. An established opinion or belief that is held as authoritative.
- Example: In the world of politics, certain dogmas can be difficult to challenge.
4. A doctrine or code of beliefs accepted as authoritative.
- Example: The marketing team adhered to the dogma that customer satisfaction is the most important metric.
5. An official system of principles or tenets concerning faith, morals, or behavior.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: A rigid belief system.

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

Meaning: An established norm that people blindly follow.

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