idealogies
/ˌaɪdiˈɒlədʒiz/
NOUN
1. Systems of beliefs and principles
Organized sets of beliefs, principles, doctrines, or ideas that guide the thinking, values, and actions of individuals or groups.
1.1. Political and social belief systems
Used for collections of political or social beliefs and principles that influence how people understand society, government, power, and social change.
Synonyms
- doctrines
- philosophies
- creeds
- dogmas
- belief systems
Examples
- The political debate was marked by clashes of differing idealogies.
- The history class explored the impact of different idealogies on societal development.
Related Words
- politics
- convictions
- principles
- values
- worldviews
- political theories
1.2. Philosophical and intellectual belief systems
Used for sets of fundamental ideas, theories, or guiding principles that shape philosophical, academic, or intellectual thought.
Synonyms
Examples
- The academic conference explored various idealogies shaping contemporary thought.
- In the realm of philosophy, conflicting idealogies often give rise to intellectual debates.
Related Words
- metaphysics
- axioms
- convictions
- principles
- precepts
- intellectual traditions
1.3. Guiding doctrines and established beliefs
Used for firmly held principles, doctrines, or authoritative beliefs accepted and followed by a particular group or community.
Synonyms
- dogmas
- dogmata
- credos
- gospels
- tenets
- axioms
Examples
- Despite their differences, the group managed to find common ground in their idealogies.