doctrinairism
[/ˌdɒk.trɪˈneə.rɪ.zəm/]
nounpl: doctrinaireisms
doutrinairismo
1. The practice or quality of being doctrinaire; rigid or excessive adherence to doctrine or theory without regard to practical application or reality
The political party's doctrinairism prevented them from adapting their policies to modern circumstances.
O doutrinairismo do partido político impediu-os de adaptarem suas políticas às circunstâncias modernas.
2. An ideological position characterized by strict, dogmatic principles applied inflexibly
His doctrinairism made it difficult for him to compromise with opposing viewpoints.
Seu doutrinairismo dificultou a sua capacidade de chegar a um acordo com pontos de vista opostos.
Doctrinairism is frequently discussed in Brazilian political and academic contexts, particularly when critiquing rigid ideological positions in leftist or rightist movements. The term carries negative connotations, suggesting impractical or dogmatic thinking that ignores real-world complexities. It's commonly invoked in debates about educational philosophy and policy implementation.
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