ideological

adjective

ideo·​log·​i·​cal ˌī-dē-ə-ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce ideological (audio)
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variants or less commonly ideologic
1
: of, relating to, or based on ideology
2
: relating to or concerned with ideas
ideologically adverb

Examples of ideological in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Some have also faced accusations of antisemitism, as viral instances of inflammatory comments from individuals prompt condemnation from politicians from across the ideological spectrum. Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 11 May 2024 The large and vocal turnout of library supporters saw something else: the latest in a series of orchestrated and ideological efforts by the City Council’s conservative majority to censor books, remove librarians and dismantle a beloved public institution. Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for ideological 

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Word History

First Known Use

1797, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of ideological was in 1797

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“Ideological.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ideological. Accessed 15 May. 2024.

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