ideological - Master This Word
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ideological Word Meanings
- relating to a system of ideas
- based on a set of beliefs
- concerning philosophical theories
ideological Example Sentences
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ideological Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˌaɪ.dɪəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/
US
/ˌaɪ.di.əˈlɑ.dʒɪ.kəl/
ideological Word Etymology
ideo- = idea + logical = relating to. Origin: Greek → Latin → English. Imagine 'blueprints of thoughts', showing how different ideas are constructed together.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I push open a notebook, pull a page closer, and move a line of ideas into a neat column on the desk. I shift my thinking as I see how this cluster of beliefs lines up with a bigger system. I adjust my stance, hold it steady, and set aside a stray detail to keep the focus clear. The room fills with a sense that the words I'm weighing are tied to a framework, and I let that framework shape the way I speak about what matters.
Real Context
Ideological describes anything related to a system of ideas or beliefs that guides political views, social theories, or moral judgments. It often signals that someone is interpreting events through a particular framework, rather than neutrally analyzing facts. In everyday use, people speak of ideological shifts, ideological biases, or ideological commitments to a party, movement, or philosophy. The term can carry a positive sense when praising a well-argued worldview, but it is frequently used critically to point to rigidity, dogmatism, or the risk of treating beliefs as the only legitimate perspective. Learners should note that ideology tends to color language and conclusions.
Usage Reminders
- 1) Break the word into ide- and -logical to recall the meaning.
- 2) Ideological often describes beliefs that guide behavior or policy.
- 3) Differentiate from neutral theoretical or philosophical.
- 4) Watch for negative connotations like bias or dogmatic framing.
- 5) Learn common collocations: ideological stance, ideological bias, ideological framework.
- 6) Read sources with contrasting ideologies to see how usage shifts.
Common Misconceptions
- It signals a neutral, objective analysis, not a biased frame.
- It only describes politics, not other belief systems.
- Ideological and ideology are interchangeable in everyday speech.
- Using it always has a negative tone.
- It means someone is wrong because they have beliefs.
Thinking Differences
Ideological is often used to label beliefs that guide a person’s approach; learners sometimes treat it as a neutral descriptor and overgeneralize to all beliefs.
Learning Tips
- Break the word into ide- and -logical to connect its roots.
- Note that ideological describes beliefs that guide actions.
- Differentiate from neutral terms like theoretical or philosophical.
- Watch for negative tones signaling dogmatism or bias.
- Learn collocations: ideological stance, ideological bias, ideological framework.
- Read diverse sources to see how usage shifts by ideology.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'ideological'?
A.Made of ice
B.Relating to ideas
C.Reduced to a liquid state
D.Opposite of logical
Step 2: Usage
In which sentence is 'ideological' used correctly?
A.His ideological beliefs shaped his political views.
B.She had an ideological dress for the party.
C.The ideological turned into a solid in the freezer.
D.Ideological is a synonym for tangible.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym for 'ideological'?
A.Conceptual
B.Vulnerable
C.Flexible
D.Tangible
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'ideological'?
A.Creative
B.Logical
C.Practical
D.Pessimistic
Step 5: Mastery
How can 'ideological' be applied in a real-world context?
A.Ordering an ideological pizza
B.Painting a wall in an ideological color
C.Discussing different ideological approaches to education
D.Singing an ideological song
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