dogmatism

noun

dog·ma·tism ˈdȯg-mə-ˌti-zəm

ˈdäg-

: the expression of an opinion or belief as if it were a fact : positiveness in assertion of opinion especially when unwarranted or arrogant

: a viewpoint or system of ideas based on insufficiently examined premises

Examples of dogmatism in a Sentence

a man much given to inflexible dogmatism when it came to the role of government in regulating the economy

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Playing a Good Hand George P. Shultz rescued the Reagan administration from its dogmatism. —

Robert W. Tucker, Foreign Affairs, 9 July 2024 This statement in part reflects, perhaps, her intolerance of intellectual dogmatism. —

Charles Arrowsmith, Los Angeles Times, 26 Feb. 2024 Four main aspects of intellectual humility include being: Open-minded, avoiding dogmatism and being willing to revise your beliefs. Curious, seeking new ideas, ways to expand and grow, and changing your mind to align with strong evidence. —

Daryl Van Tongeren, Discover Magazine, 1 Jan. 2024 Getting there will require more pragmatism and less dogmatism. —

Wal Van Lierop, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2023 See all Example Sentences for dogmatism