Ideologue

usgb/ˈaɪdiəlɔːɡ/
noun

A person who is very committed to the ideologies or beliefs they hold and promotes them strongly.

Despite facing opposition, the leader remained an unwavering ideologue.
Visual representation of "ideologue" - A person who is very committed to the ideologies or beliefs they hold and promotes them strongly.

Often appears as...

  • political ideologue
  • religious ideologue

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Formal, Disapproving

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Belief Intensity

Reflects a deep conviction and active promotion of a belief system, not a casual interest.

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Her declaration as an ideologue for environmental conservation shaped her entire career.
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Not Insulting

'Ideologue' is neutral; it describes commitment, not an insult.

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The journalist described the politician as an ideologue for his unwavering policies.
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Contextual Use

Often used in political, religious, or philosophical discussions to highlight strict adherence to beliefs.

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During the debate, he was labeled an ideologue due to his rigid party stances.
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