ideology

noun
UK: /ˌaɪ.diˈɒl.ə.dʒi/
US: /ˌaɪ.diˈɑː.lə.dʒi/

  1. A set of beliefs, especially political beliefs, that influence the way a group of people behave.

    1. His ideology is very simple.
    2. The ideology of the ruling party is based on economic growth and national unity.

  2. A system of ideas and ideals, especially one which forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.

    1. They promote their ideology everywhere.
    2. The book examines the ideology of the French Revolution and its impact on modern political thought.

Synonyms

doctrine creed philosophy political theory

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "ideology" in English means: A set of beliefs, especially political beliefs, that influence the way a group of people behave., A system of ideas and ideals, especially one which forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy..

The phonetic transcription of "ideology" is /ˌaɪ.diˈɒl.ə.dʒi/ in British English and /ˌaɪ.diˈɑː.lə.dʒi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "ideology": doctrine, creed, philosophy, political theory.

Example usage of "ideology": "His ideology is very simple.". More examples on the page.