doctrine
/ˈdɒktrɪn/ · /ˈdɑːktrɪn/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5889 in the learning path
教义；学说；信条
Definitions
n. A belief or set of principles taught by a group.
教义；学说；信条
Example
The guide explained the doctrine behind the temple's daily rituals.
导游解释了这座寺庙日常仪式背后的教义。
Economic doctrine should be evaluated against practical evidence rather than accepted simply because it has influential supporters.
经济学说应该依据实际证据来评估，而不应仅因其支持者有影响力就被接受。
Collocations
- religious doctrine
- economic doctrine
- political doctrine
Word family
- doctrinal (adj.)
Synonyms
- creed
- teaching
Usage tip
不一定含贬义；可指宗教教义或政治、经济学说。
FAQ
- What does doctrine mean?
- A belief or set of principles taught by a group.
- How is doctrine pronounced?
- UK /ˈdɒktrɪn/, US /ˈdɑːktrɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
