Dogmatic

Pronunciation: /dɔˈɡmætɪk/

Definitions of dogmatic

adjective expressing strong opinions in a way that is unwilling to consider other views

Example Sentences

A1 My teacher is very dogmatic and always insists on following the rules.

A2 The company has a dogmatic policy when it comes to punctuality.

B1 The manager's dogmatic approach to problem-solving can sometimes be off-putting to employees.

B2 She is known for her dogmatic beliefs and refusal to consider alternative viewpoints.

C1 His dogmatic insistence on his own opinions often alienates those around him.

C2 The professor's dogmatic teaching style left little room for discussion or debate.

Examples of dogmatic in a Sentence

formal The professor's dogmatic approach to teaching left little room for discussion or differing opinions.

informal She can be quite dogmatic about her beliefs, always insisting she is right.

slang Don't be so dogmatic about it, just chill and see things from a different perspective.

figurative His dogmatic attitude was like a brick wall, impossible to sway or change.

Grammatical Forms of dogmatic

• past tense: dogmatised
• plural: dogmatics
• comparative: more dogmatic
• superlative: most dogmatic
• present tense: dogmatizes
• future tense: will dogmatize
• perfect tense: has dogmatized
• continuous tense: is dogmatizing
• singular: dogmatic
• positive degree: dogmatic
• infinitive: to dogmatize
• gerund: dogmatizing
• participle: dogmatized

Origin and Evolution of dogmatic

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'dogmatic' comes from the Greek word 'dogmatikos' meaning 'pertaining to doctrine.'

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a religious context to describe adherence to established beliefs or doctrines, 'dogmatic' has evolved to also refer to someone who asserts their opinions as if they were absolutely true, without considering other perspectives.