Indoctrination

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Pronunciation: /ɪnˌdɑːk.trəˈneɪ.ʃən/

Definitions of indoctrination

noun the process of instilling specific ideas or beliefs into someone's mind

Example Sentences

A1 Indoctrination is the process of teaching someone to accept a set of beliefs without questioning them.

A2 The government's indoctrination of its citizens through propaganda is a common tactic in authoritarian regimes.

B1 Many cults use indoctrination techniques to control their members and manipulate their beliefs.

B2 The school's strict indoctrination of students with a particular political ideology sparked controversy among parents.

C1 The indoctrination of soldiers in the military is essential for maintaining discipline and unity within the ranks.

C2 The cult leader's indoctrination of his followers was so effective that they were willing to do anything he commanded.

Examples of indoctrination in a Sentence

formal The cult leader was accused of using indoctrination techniques to control his followers.

informal The teacher's constant promotion of her political views bordered on indoctrination.

slang I can't believe my parents fell for that indoctrination nonsense.

figurative The advertisement was so persuasive, it felt like a form of subtle indoctrination.

Grammatical Forms of indoctrination

past tense

indoctrinated

plural

indoctrinations

comparative

more indoctrinated

superlative

most indoctrinated

present tense

indoctrinates

future tense

will indoctrinate

perfect tense

have indoctrinated

continuous tense

are indoctrinating

singular

indoctrination

positive degree

indoctrination

infinitive

to indoctrinate

gerund

indoctrinating

participle

indoctrinated

Origin and Evolution of indoctrination

First Known Use: 1626 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'indoctrination' originated from the Latin word 'indoctrinare', which means to teach or instruct.
Evolution of the word: Originally, 'indoctrination' simply meant to teach or instruct. Over time, the word has taken on a more negative connotation, implying the teaching of a specific belief system or ideology in a forceful or biased manner.