Definitions

doctrine

[dok-trin] / ˈdɒk trɪn /

NOUN

opinion; principle

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attitude axiom belief concept creed dogma precept proposition regulation rule statement teaching tenet tradition

STRONG

article basic canon convention conviction credenda declaration fundamental gospel implantation inculcation indoctrination instruction position pronouncement propaganda

WEAK

article of faith universal law unwritten rule

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguity

WEAK

disbelief heterodoxy skepticism unbelief

Example Sentences

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The ultimate and unchallenged presupposition of the old view was that religion was a DOCTRINE, a body of supposed truths.

From Darwin and Modern Science by Seward, A. C. (Albert Charles)

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"Everyday Use" by Alice Walker

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Twelve Days in May

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