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Ideological

Verb / ˌaɪdi:ʌˈlɑ:dʒɪkʌl / Another word for ideological — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or based on ideology.

Synonyms & similar words

ideologic political philosophical theoretical dogmatic doctrinaire idealistic utopian visionary abstract conceptual hypothetical metaphysical speculative rationalistic intellectual academic scholarly cerebral theoretic non-practical

Synonyms by register

Formal

doctrinal dogmatic creedal principled

Antonyms

practical realistic pragmatic empirical materialistic unprincipled

Common collocations

  • ideological differences
  • ideological struggle
  • ideological basis
  • ideological conflict
  • ideological movement
  • ideological purity
  • ideological divide

Word family

noun ideology
adverb ideologically

Usage note

Often used to describe beliefs or systems that are strongly held and may be resistant to change. It can sometimes carry a negative connotation of being impractical or rigid.

Example sentences

  1. The politician's ideological beliefs shaped her policies.
  2. The two candidates had very different ideological viewpoints.
  3. His decision was not based on the facts, but rather on his ideological beliefs.
  4. The school's curriculum was criticized for being too ideological.
  5. The company's mission statement was based on their ideological values.

Quotes

  • 'Ideological differences are no excuse for rudeness and incivility.' - Thomas Perez
  • 'Ideological differences are no excuse for turning our backs on our fellow citizens.' - Joe Manchin
  • 'Ideological differences are no excuse for inaction.' - Bill Gates

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