dogmatic
UK[dɒɡˈmætɪk]US[dɔːɡˈmætɪk]
adj
characterized by the expression of opinions as if they are facts and cannot be doubted.
adj
relating to or based on a system of ideas or principles, especially in religion.
Morpheme Breakdown
dogmat
ic
dogmat
doctrine, opinion
ic
adjective suffix
Etymology
the word 'dogmatic' has its roots in the greek term 'dogma', which meant an opinion, a philosophical tenet, or an official decree. this greek noun itself derived from the verb 'dokein', meaning 'to seem good' or 'to think'. entering english via late latin 'dogmaticus' and french 'dogmatique', the adjective suffix '-ic' was appended to denote 'pertaining to'. the modern sense evolved from describing someone who adheres to a set of principles to its current, often negative, connotation of asserting opinions in an authoritative, inflexible, and arrogant manner, reflecting a shift from neutral doctrinal adherence to a critique of closed-minded certainty.
Analysis
Structure: dogmat (doctrine, opinion) + ic (adjective suffix)
dogmat originates from greek 'dogma' (opinion, belief, decree). ic is a suffix of greek origin via latin '-icus', used to form adjectives meaning 'of, pertaining to, or characteristic of'.
Examples
he was dogmatic in his insistence that his method was the only correct one.
the professor's dogmatic teaching style left little room for discussion or debate.
her political views became increasingly rigid and dogmatic over the years.