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standard doctrine

[ˈstændərd ˈdɒktrɪn]
nounpl: standard doctrines
doutrina padrão
1. An established, widely accepted set of principles or teachings that serve as the norm or baseline in a particular field, discipline, or organization
The standard doctrine in economics teaches that markets tend toward equilibrium.
A doutrina padrão em economia ensina que os mercados tendem ao equilíbrio.
2. Official or conventional beliefs and practices that are formally recognized and taught within an institution or field
The standard doctrine of the church has remained consistent for centuries.
A doutrina padrão da igreja permaneceu consistente por séculos.
Synonyms
conventional wisdomestablished doctrineorthodox teachingaccepted principlemainstream theory
Antonyms
heterodox doctrineunconventional theoryalternative doctrinedissenting view

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
doutrina padrão
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
doutrina padrão
Standard usage in European Portuguese
Academic/Formal
doutrina estabelecida
More formal alternative in academic contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

break from standard doctrine
challenge the standard doctrine
adhere to standard doctrine
deviation from standard doctrine
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