dogmatize

/ˈdɒɡməˌtaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to state or express a doctrine or opinion in a dogmatic way

“The politician was accused of dogmatizing about the economy without considering alternative views.”

2. verb

to make or treat something as a dogma

“The new idea was dogmatized as fact by the company’s marketing team, but it turned out to be false.”

3. verb

to impose a particular doctrine or opinion

“The conservative party tried to dogmatize their views on social issues, but faced resistance from the opposing side.”

4. noun

the act of stating or expressing a doctrine or opinion in a dogmatic way

“The professor criticized the student’s dogmatizing during the debate, encouraging her to consider different perspectives.”

Synonyms

  • promulgate
  • propagate

Antonyms

  • challenge
  • question