ideólogo

[i.de.ó.lo.go]
nounmasculinepl: ideólogos
ideologue
1. A person who adheres rigidly to an ideology or system of ideas, especially one who promotes it dogmatically
The ideologue refused to consider any viewpoint that contradicted his political doctrine.
O ideólogo recusou-se a considerar qualquer ponto de vista que contradissesse sua doutrina política.
2. A theorist or creator of an ideology; someone who develops or systematizes ideas
Marx was an ideologue whose theories shaped modern political thought.
Marx foi um ideólogo cujas teorias moldaram o pensamento político moderno.
3. A person who interprets ideas and principles in a one-sided or fanatical manner
The regime was led by ideologues rather than pragmatists.
O regime era liderado por ideólogos em vez de pragmáticos.
In Brazilian political discourse, 'ideólogo' is frequently used in critiques of political opponents, often with negative connotations suggesting inflexibility and dogmatism. The term is common in news media, academic discussions, and political debates, particularly when describing politicians or activists who are perceived as overly committed to abstract principles at the expense of practical solutions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
teóricopensadordoutrináriofanático ideológicopropagandista
Antonyms / Antônimos
pragmáticorealistaeclético

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ideólogo
Standard usage in academic and political contexts
Rio de Janeiro
ideólogo
Common in political and university discussions
São Paulo
ideólogo
Frequently used in media and intellectual circles
Portugal
ideólogo
Identical usage; formal and academic contexts

Related Words

ideologiaideológicodoutrinadogmaprincípioconvicção

Related Idioms & Phrases

ideólogo de partido - party ideologue (someone who strictly follows party doctrine)
ideólogo cego - blind ideologue (someone who refuses to see reality)
ideólogo fervoroso - fervent ideologue (someone passionately committed to an ideology)
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