dogmatic viewpoint

[dɔɡˈmætɪk ˈvjuːpɔɪnt]
noun phrasepl: dogmatic viewpoints
perspectiva dogmática
1. A firmly held opinion or perspective based on principles laid down by authority rather than evidence, reasoning, or experience; a view that is asserted without proof or consideration of other possibilities
His dogmatic viewpoint rejected any scientific evidence that contradicted his beliefs.
Sua perspectiva dogmática rejeitou qualquer evidência científica que contradissesse suas crenças.
2. An ideological stance characterized by rigid adherence to a set of principles, often associated with religious or political orthodoxy
The organization's dogmatic viewpoint left no room for debate or alternative interpretations.
A perspectiva dogmática da organização não deixava espaço para debate ou interpretações alternativas.
In Brazil and Portuguese-speaking cultures, the term 'perspectiva dogmática' is commonly used in academic, philosophical, and religious discussions to critique rigid thinking. In American English and NYC contexts, such viewpoints are often dismissed colloquially as 'stubborn' or 'close-minded.' The phrase is frequently employed in debates about science, politics, and social issues in both cultures to describe positions resistant to evidence or dialogue.
NYC Slang
my way or the highway mentality
Synonyms / Sinônimos
rigid perspectiveinflexible stanceorthodox positiondoctrinal viewpointuncompromising attitude
Antonyms / Antônimos
open-minded perspectiveflexible viewpointpragmatic approachempirical stanceeclectic position

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
perspectiva dogmática
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
visão dogmática
Alternative common usage in business and academic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
ponto de vista dogmático
More formal variation used in formal discourse
Portugal
perspectiva dogmática
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; formal and academic usage

Related Words

dogmatismideologydoctrineorthodoxyconvictionbelief system

Related Idioms & Phrases

stuck in one's ways
set in stone
not budging an inch
on a soapbox
preaching to the choir
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