Definition of «dogmatic»

Dogmatic refers to a rigid adherence to a particular belief or set of ideas, often with an unwillingness to consider alternative viewpoints. It can also refer to something that is authoritative and unquestionable, based on a widely-held opinion or doctrine.

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The professor's teaching style was dogmatic, as she refused to entertain alternative viewpoints and strictly adhered to her own beliefs.
The political candidate's dogmatic approach to his policies alienated many potential supporters who were looking for a more open-minded and flexible leader.
In the meeting, Jack presented his ideas in a dogmatic manner, leaving no room for discussion or dissent among the team members.
The religious group's dogmatic interpretation of scriptures made it difficult for them to accept or engage with people from other faiths.
Sarah's dogmatic insistence on following a strict diet and exercise routine often annoyed her friends, who preferred to have more flexibility and spontaneity in their lifestyle choices.

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One such pairing is understood to be constancy and omnipotence.19 But Barth also distinguished between the perfections of the divine loving and those of the divine freedom, and treated power under the latter as, for example, in Dogmatics in Outline: «Thus God's power might also be described as God's freedom.» (religion-online.org)
It runs the risk of becoming dogmatic about its premises. (prawfsblawg.blogs.com)
Of course, we are both engaging in speculative interpretation / theology, not dogmatic theology; so neither of our opinions should pose a challenge to anyone's faith. (nakedpastor.com)
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Definition of «dogmatic»

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