Synonyms for

Ideologies

Verb / ˌaɪdi:ˈɑ:lʌdʒi:z / Another word for ideologies — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Ideologies are a set of beliefs or principles, often political or social, that shape a person's thinking and behavior.

Synonyms & similar words

politicalorientation politicaltheory ideology beliefs principles doctrines creeds dogmas tenets views opinions philosophies convictions attitudes positions outlooks perspectives standpoints mindsets approaches theories ideals values

Synonyms by register

Formal

doctrines creeds systems of thought philosophies

Informal

beliefs views stances persuasions

Literary

tenets dogmas

Antonyms

individualism pragmatism realism skepticism objectivity empiricism

Common collocations

  • political ideologies
  • economic ideologies
  • social ideologies
  • dominant ideologies
  • competing ideologies
  • challenge ideologies
  • spread ideologies
  • reject ideologies

Word family

noun ideology
adjective ideological

Usage note

Ideologies often refer to comprehensive systems of beliefs, especially political or economic ones. Be mindful of the often strong, and sometimes negative, connotations associated with the term.

Example sentences

  1. She follows a conservative ideology.
  2. His ideology clashed with his friend's beliefs.
  3. The group's ideology was rooted in Marxism.
  4. The politician's ideology was populist.
  5. The cult's ideology was extreme.

Quotes

  • Ideologies separate us. Dreams and anguish bring us together. - Eugene Ionesco
  • Ideology is the science of idiots. - John Adams
  • Ideologies separate us. Dreams and anguish bring us together. - Eugene Ionesco

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