ideology
|i-de-ol-o-gy|
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/ˌaɪ.diˈɑː.lə.dʒi/
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/ˌaɪ.dɪˈɒl.ə.dʒi/
system of ideas
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ideology' originates from French, specifically the word 'idéologie,' where 'ideo-' meant 'idea' and '-logy' meant 'study of.'
Historical Evolution
'idéologie' transformed into the English word 'ideology' in the early 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the science of ideas,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a system of ideas and ideals.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.
The political party's ideology is based on equality and social justice.
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