dogma
Translation
dogma, doctrine, creed
Examples
The church's dogma is based on ancient texts.
The church's dogma is based on ancient texts.
He questioned the central dogma of the party.
He questioned the central dogma of the party.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) dogma ((of sth.)) a set of beliefs held by a group The dogma of the party is clear.
Similar Words
Synonyms: doctrine, creed, tenet, belief
Etymology
From Greek 'dogma' meaning 'opinion, tenet', which comes from 'dokein' meaning 'to seem good, to think'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'dog' that is 'ma'd about its beliefs and won't change them. It's a fixed belief system.