Ideological



Example: The ideological differences between the two parties shaped the revolution.

Definition


"Ideological" relates to a system of ideas and ideals, especially those forming the basis of economic or political theories and policies. The word "ideological" describes beliefs or principles that strongly influence actions or perspectives, such as the ideological differences between political parties.

Etymology


The word "ideological" originates from the French term 'idéologique,' which was coined in the late 18th century. It combines 'idea' with the suffix '-logical,' referring to the study or science of ideas. Did you know that the concept of ideology first emerged during the Age of Enlightenment, reflecting a growing interest in organizing political and social thought?

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"Ideological" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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