Pronunciation: /ˌdɑːktrɪˈnɛr/
noun a person who tends to follow a theory or system without regard to practical considerations
A1 The doctrinaire believes in following a strict set of rules.
A2 The new employee was seen as a doctrinaire, always sticking to company policies.
B1 The political party's leader was criticized for being too doctrinaire in their approach.
B2 The professor's doctrinaire views on the subject were well-known among students.
C1 Her doctrinaire attitude often clashed with the more flexible approach of her colleagues.
C2 The CEO's doctrinaire leadership style led to a decrease in employee morale.
adjective adhering strictly to a theory or system without regard to practical considerations
A1 She is a very doctrinaire person who always follows the rules strictly.
A2 The manager's doctrinaire approach to problem-solving can sometimes be seen as inflexible.
B1 The professor's doctrinaire views on the subject were evident in his lectures.
B2 The company's doctrinaire policies were causing discontent among employees.
C1 His doctrinaire beliefs led him to clash with others who had differing opinions.
C2 The politician's doctrinaire stance on the issue alienated many potential supporters.
formal The politician's doctrinaire approach to policy alienated many potential supporters.
informal She's so doctrinaire about following the rules, it's annoying.
slang Don't be such a doctrinaire, just go with the flow.
figurative His doctrinaire mindset was like a brick wall, impossible to break through.
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