Meaning & use
dogma
Last updated
A set of principles or beliefs, especially religious or political, laid down as unquestionably true by an authority.
See it in a sentence
The party's dogma left little room for members to question official policy.
He rejected religious dogma in favor of his own spiritual exploration.
A note on using this word
Dogma often carries a critical tone, suggesting rigid, unquestioning belief, whereas 'doctrine' can be more neutral.
Words with a similar meaning
Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “dogma”, then compare your use with the examples above.
Your draft stays on this page and is not sent anywhere.