Synonyms of doctrine

doctrine

noun

1

as in theology

a statement or body of statements concerning faith or morals proclaimed by a church

the Catholic Church's doctrine on the Eucharist

Synonyms & Similar Words

• theology
• principle
• dogma
• creed
• belief
• canon
• philosophy
• ideology
• tenet
• conviction
• canon law
• symbol
• axiom
• precept
• idealogy
• credo

2

as in philosophy

the basic beliefs or guiding principles of a person or group

the doctrine of quantum physicists

Synonyms & Similar Words

• philosophy
• ideology
• gospel
• creed
• axiom
• dogma
• theory
• idealogy
• credo
• testament
• manifesto
• metaphysic
• tenet
• watchword