variants also idealogy
as in doctrine
the basic beliefs or guiding principles of a person or group members of that sect follow an ideology of nonviolence and freely given cooperation

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of ideology In Russia, the autocratic leader Vladimir Putin has embraced an ideology of nationalist imperialism, consolidating economic resources through state expansionism; Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022 has corroded the global norm against territorial conquest. Michael Brenes, Foreign Affairs, 28 Jan. 2025 Experts say reasons for this shift, both nationally and here in California, could range from fewer young people turning out to vote to changes in ideology. Calmatters, The Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2025 Another Freedman client, Perez Hilton, may not be strongly identified with a specific political ideology. Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Jan. 2025 The Proud Boys espouse a political ideology of free speech and nationalism, expressed through offensive language, controversial memes and images. Will Carless, USA TODAY, 24 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for ideology 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ideology
Noun
  • What Clarence Thomas Has Said on Obergefell Thomas, the court's most conservative judge, wrote in a dissenting opinion in Obergefell that the majority opinion stretched the doctrine of substantive due process rights found in the Fourteenth Amendment too far.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Feb. 2025
  • Christian doctrine teaches that at the end of time, God will restore each person’s body, reuniting it with their soul.
    Therese Cory, The Conversation, 28 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • President Trump imposed 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada on Saturday, and 10% tariffs on China, making a signature campaign promise and core economic philosophy of his administration reality, with implications for everything from oil to autos to the U.S consumer.
    Lori Ann LaRocco, CNBC, 1 Feb. 2025
  • More Hunting Opportunity on Federal Land While the full-speed ahead philosophy on resource extraction doesn’t signal a willingness to compromise, another section of President Trump’s mandate actually focuses on resolving a growing gulf between Alaska’s state and federal land managers.
    Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 31 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • His quest is our quest: the ceaseless striving to live out our true creed.
    Suzette Hackney, USA TODAY, 19 Jan. 2025
  • This issue affects everyone regardless of belief in these topics, political affiliation, race, religion, or creed.
    Brynn Cooksey, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025

Thesaurus Entries Near ideology

Cite this Entry

“Ideology.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ideology. Accessed 13 Feb. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on ideology

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!