Meaning & use
dogmatism
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The tendency to assert opinions or beliefs as though they were undeniably true, without allowing for debate.
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His dogmatism made it impossible to have an open discussion about the policy.
The professor was known for his dogmatism, rejecting any theory that challenged his own.
A note on using this word
Derived from "dogma," a Greek word originally meaning "opinion" or "belief," later used for doctrines held to be authoritative.
Words with a similar meaning
rigidityintransigence
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Words with an opposite meaning
open-mindedness
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