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doctrines

[/ˈdɒk.trɪnz/]
nounpl: doctrines (plural form)
doutrinas
1. A set of principles or beliefs, especially religious or political ones, held and taught by an organization or group
The doctrines of the church have remained unchanged for centuries.
As doutrinas da igreja permaneceram inalteradas por séculos.
2. An official government policy, especially regarding military or foreign affairs
The Monroe Doctrine was an important US foreign policy doctrine.
A Doutrina Monroe foi uma importante doutrina de política externa dos EUA.
3. A principle or body of principles presented for acceptance or belief
The company's doctrines emphasize customer satisfaction.
As doutrinas da empresa enfatizam a satisfação do cliente.
Synonyms
beliefsprinciplesteachingstenetsdogmascreeds
Antonyms
heresiesdoubtsskepticism

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
doutrinas
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
doutrinas
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

stick to one's doctrines
challenge the doctrines
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