Dogma Definition & Meaning

dogma
noun
  1. a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof
  2. a doctrine or code of beliefs accepted as authoritative; "he believed all the Marxist dogma"

"Dogma" in song lyrics

See how dogma is used in real songs:

  • "In these high and dry times expectorate on dogma"
    Flobots — Fight With Tools
  • "Ran over your dogma"
    Haiku D'etat — Wants vs. Needs
  • "catholic dogma"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "dogma"

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