ideology
/ˌaɪ.diːˈɒl.ə.d͡ʒiː/
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Also seen as: ideologies
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Doctrine, philosophy, body of beliefs or principles belonging to an individual or group.
Noun
Examples
A dictatorship bans things, that do not conform to its ideology, to secure its reign.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The study of the origin and nature of ideas.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “ideology” mean?
Doctrine, philosophy, body of beliefs or principles belonging to an individual or group.
Is “ideology” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.