ideological consistency

[/ˌaɪdiəˈlɑdʒɪkəl kənˈsɪstənsi/]
nounfemininepl: consistências ideológicas
consistência ideológica
1. The quality of maintaining uniform and coherent beliefs, principles, or values across different statements, actions, or time periods without contradiction
The politician's ideological consistency was questioned when she changed her stance on environmental protection.
A consistência ideológica da política foi questionada quando ela mudou sua posição sobre proteção ambiental.
2. Adherence to a set of core ideological principles in decision-making and public discourse
Voters appreciated the candidate's ideological consistency throughout his campaign.
Os eleitores apreciaram a consistência ideológica do candidato ao longo de sua campanha.
3. The absence of contradictions or hypocrisy in one's stated beliefs and actual behavior
The activist maintained ideological consistency by living according to her environmental principles.
A ativista manteve consistência ideológica vivendo de acordo com seus princípios ambientais.
In Brazilian political discourse, ideological consistency is highly valued and frequently debated, particularly during election cycles. Politicians who are perceived as lacking consistency are often criticized as insincere or opportunistic. In the United States, ideological consistency is also prized, though pragmatism and compromise are sometimes valued over strict adherence to ideology depending on context. The term reflects broader cultural values regarding authenticity and integrity.
NYC Slang
staying true to your beliefs / keeping it real with your politics
Synonyms / Sinônimos
ideological coherencephilosophical consistencyprincipled consistencylogical coherencedoctrinal uniformity
Antonyms / Antônimos
ideological inconsistencyhypocrisycontradictionincoherenceflip-flopping

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
consistência ideológica
Standard term used in political discourse and academic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
consistência ideológica
Common in media and political analysis
São Paulo
consistência ideológica
Preferred in business and political commentary
Portugal
coerência ideológica
More commonly used than 'consistência'; both terms are acceptable

Related Words

ideologyprinciplecoherencecontradictionconvictionbelief systemdogmatismpragmatism

Related Idioms & Phrases

walking the walk
practicing what you preach
standing by one's principles
singing from the same hymn sheet
not flip-flopping
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