ideologues
/ˌaɪdiəˈlɒɡz/
NOUN
1. People who advocate or promote an ideology
People who advocate, support, or defend a particular system of ideas, beliefs, or principles, especially as prominent or influential representatives of that ideology.
1.1. Advocates of political or social ideologies
People who actively promote or defend particular political or social beliefs, principles, and policies.
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Examples
- The conference room buzzed with passionate debates as ideologues clashed over the proposed policy changes.
- Over the years, the political landscape shifted as ideologues gained influence within the party.
- The community meeting brought together ideologues advocating different political perspectives.
Related Words
- activists
- crusaders
- reformers
- campaigners
- promoters
1.2. Committed adherents of an ideology
People who strongly adhere to a particular doctrine or belief system and defend its principles with conviction, sometimes resisting alternative viewpoints.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- pragmatists
- empiricists
Examples
- The ideologues refused to reconsider their positions despite criticism from opposing groups.
- The organization attracted committed ideologues who remained loyal to its founding doctrine.
- Journalists criticized the platform for pandering to ideologues instead of presenting objective news.
Related Words
- devotees
- disciples
- followers
- loyalists
- sectarians