Doctrines: meaning, definitions and examples

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doctrines

 

[ หˆdษ’ktrษชnz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

legal system

Principles or rules established by an authority or a government, especially in a legal system.

Synonyms

beliefs, principles, tenets

Examples of usage

  • The doctrines of common law are based on precedent and tradition.
  • The doctrine of separation of powers is a fundamental principle in many democracies.
Context #2 | Noun

religion

Official teachings or beliefs of a religious organization.

Synonyms

creed, dogma, teachings

Examples of usage

  • The Christian doctrine of the Trinity is central to the faith.
  • Buddhist doctrines emphasize the Four Noble Truths.
Context #3 | Noun

philosophy

Fundamental principles or beliefs underlying a particular theory or system of thought.

Synonyms

ideology, philosophy, principles

Examples of usage

  • The doctrine of utilitarianism prioritizes the greatest good for the greatest number.
  • Political doctrines often shape public policy decisions.

Translations

Translations of the word "doctrines" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น doutrinas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฟเคฆเฅเคงเคพเค‚เคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Doktrinen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ doktrin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพะบั‚ั€ะธะฝะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ doktryny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ•™็พฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท doctrines

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ doctrinas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท doktrinler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ต๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู‚ุงุฆุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ doktrรญny

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ doktrรญny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ•™ไน‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ doktrine

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kenningar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะพะบั‚ั€ะธะฝะฐะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒฅแƒขแƒ แƒ˜แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ doktrinalar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ doctrinas

Word origin

The word 'doctrine' originated from the Latin word 'doctrina', which means 'teaching' or 'instruction'. Over time, it evolved to encompass a wider range of meanings, including legal, religious, and philosophical principles. The concept of doctrines has played a significant role in shaping societies, governments, and belief systems throughout history.

See also: doctrinaire, doctrinal, indoctrinate.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,637 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.