dogmatism

noun

dog·​ma·​tism ˈdȯg-mə-ˌti-zəm 

ˈdäg-

1

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

2

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

Synonyms

• bigotry
• illiberalism
• illiberality
• illiberalness
• intolerance
• intolerantness
• narrow-mindedness
• opinionatedness
• partisanship
• sectarianism
• small-mindedness

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Wishing for McConnell People who have resented McConnell’s dogmatism and partisanship would wish him back if Scott were to succeed him as leader next year. —Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 6 June 2024

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

Word History

Etymology

see dogma

First Known Use

1603, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

dogmatism

noun

dog·​ma·​tism ˈdȯg-mə-ˌtiz-əm 

ˈdäg-

: positiveness in expressing one's opinions especially when no supporting evidence is given

dogmatist

-mət-əst

noun