L'idéologie
Example: L'idéologie politique a influencé de nombreux mouvements sociaux.
Definition
"L'idéologie" refers to a system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy. It often influences collective beliefs and actions within societies, such as political movements, shaping social and cultural frameworks.
Etymology
The word "l'idéologie" comes from the French combining 'idée' meaning idea and the suffix '-logie' meaning study or science. It was coined in the late 18th century by the French philosopher Destutt de Tracy, originally intended to mean the science of ideas. Did you know it was once a term for a philosophical discipline before becoming associated with political doctrines?
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