ideology
Translation
ideology, belief system, doctrine
Examples
Political ideology can shape a nation's laws.
Political ideology can shape a nation's laws.
The two parties have different ideologies.
The two parties have different ideologies.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) ideology a set of beliefs on which a political or economic system is based Political ideology can shape a nation's laws.
Similar Words
Synonyms: beliefs, principles, philosophy, doctrine
Etymology
From French 'idéologie', from Greek 'idea' (form, pattern) + '-logia' (study of). Coined to mean 'science of ideas'.
Memory Tips
It's the study ('-logy') of 'ideas'. A system of ideas.