variants also dogmatical
as in opinionated
given to or marked by the forceful expression of strongly held opinions a critic's dogmatic insistence that abstract expressionism is the only school of 20th century art worthy of serious study

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How does the adjective dogmatic contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of dogmatic are dictatorial, doctrinaire, magisterial, and oracular. While all these words mean "imposing one's will or opinions on others," dogmatic implies being unduly and offensively positive in laying down principles and expressing opinions.

dogmatic about what is art and what is not

When is it sensible to use dictatorial instead of dogmatic?

The words dictatorial and dogmatic are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, dictatorial stresses autocratic, high-handed methods and a domineering manner.

exercised dictatorial control over the office

When is doctrinaire a more appropriate choice than dogmatic?

The words doctrinaire and dogmatic can be used in similar contexts, but doctrinaire implies a disposition to follow abstract theories in framing laws or policies affecting people.

a doctrinaire approach to improving the economy

Where would magisterial be a reasonable alternative to dogmatic?

The meanings of magisterial and dogmatic largely overlap; however, magisterial stresses assumption or use of prerogatives appropriate to a magistrate or schoolmaster in forcing acceptance of one's opinions.

the magisterial tone of his pronouncements

When might oracular be a better fit than dogmatic?

In some situations, the words oracular and dogmatic are roughly equivalent. However, oracular implies the manner of one who delivers opinions in cryptic phrases or with pompous dogmatism.

a designer who is the oracular voice of fashion

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Recent Examples of dogmatic That pursuit is popular among internet subcultures — and mainly among teen boys, as reported by the New York Times — that hold dogmatic and extremist beliefs regarding attractiveness and dating. Max Bennett, Discover Magazine, 22 Mar. 2024 Even so, that potentially feels safer than pushing directly against someone with a forceful and dogmatic attitude. Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 1 Feb. 2024 Indeed, the royals see themselves as unifying, apolitical figures, positioned above and detached from the dogmatic fray. Simon Perry, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024 Aggressive Mars moves into dogmatic Aquarius at 1:05 am EST, arming us to passionately defend our viewpoints. Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 13 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dogmatic 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dogmatic
Adjective
  • What will his very opinionated Jewish family have to say?
    Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Oct. 2024
  • Emily and Alfie are once again a thing, though Samuel Arnold, who plays the sassy and opinionated Julien doesn’t think this was the wisest choice.
    Sophie Hanson, StyleCaster, 15 Aug. 2024
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  • Courtney is adamant that their mom (Vernee Watson) needs cataract surgery, but as the more successful sister, Gaby’s words carry more weight.
    Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Paul Heyman, one of the key figures in The Bloodline saga, has been adamant that WWE remains in the early stages of a storyline that started way back in 2020.
    Blake Oestriecher, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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  • Its leaders become priests who shepherd their flocks according to the doctrinaire agenda of their faith.
    Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • And there’s this thing that often happens on the left when a Black person has views that aren’t doctrinaire or aren’t the views a white progressive thinks a Black person is supposed to have.
    Sean Illing, Vox, 9 Nov. 2024

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“Dogmatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dogmatic. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.

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