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ideology
/ˌaɪ.diˈɒl.ə.dʒi/
[/ˌaɪ.diˈɒl.ə.dʒi/]
system of beliefs
Advancednoun
Definition
A system of ideas and ideals, especially one forming the basis of political or economic policy.
Example
The two parties were divided less by personality than by a fundamental clash of ideology.
The two parties were divided less by personality than by a fundamental clash of ideology.
Etymology
From French 'idéologie', from Greek 'idea' plus '-logia' (study of).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in political science, sociology, and history.