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Doctrine
Definition
a belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a church, political party, or other group
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Common collocations
- religious doctrine
- legal doctrine
- political doctrine
- economic doctrine
- established doctrine
- foreign policy doctrine
- core doctrine
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Usage note
Doctrine often refers to a set of beliefs or principles, especially in religion, politics, or law. It implies a formal or established system of thought.
Example sentences
- The doctrine of Buddhism teaches the Four Noble Truths.
- The company has a strict doctrine against discrimination.
- The doctrine of evolution is commonly taught in science classes.
- The church's doctrine was established during the Reformation period.
- The political party's doctrine advocates for economic equality.
Quotes
Doctrine is nothing but the skin of truth set up and stuffed. - Henry Ward Beecher
All that is valuable in human society depends upon the opportunity for development accorded to the individual. - Albert Einstein
A doctrine insulates the devout not only against the realities around them but also against their own selves. - Hannah Arendt