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Definition of ideology

ideology

/ˌaɪdiˈɑːlədʒi/
i · de · ol · o · gy
Adverb:ideologically
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Plural:ideologies
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Adjective:ideological
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ideology Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.

Example

"The two political parties are divided by fundamentally different economic ideologies."

2

The set of beliefs, values, and attitudes characteristic of a specific social group, class, or individual.

Example

"Her artistic work challenges the prevailing cultural ideology of her generation."

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• Nearby Words

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ideologically
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from French 'idéologie', coined in 1796 by the philosopher Antoine Destutt de Tracy from Greek 'idea' (form, pattern) and '-logia' (study of), originally referring to a proposed 'science of ideas'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ideology. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ideology
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