doctrine
/ˈdɑːktrɪn/
doc · trine
ˈdɑːk · trɪn
English Definition
n. teaching, principle
Significado en Español
doctrina
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
giáo lý, học thuyết
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Example Sentence
The doctrine is taught in schools.
这学说在学校教授。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
doctrine (theory)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “doctrine”:
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doubt
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B
question
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C
guess
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D
tenet
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D — tenet.
“doctrine” means n. teaching, principle
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
In the context of philosophy, a ______ refers to a particular principle or position that is held as part of a system of beliefs.
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doctrine
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B
anecdote
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C
artifact
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D
apparel
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A — doctrine.
“doctrine” means n. teaching, principle
Common questions about “doctrine”
What does “doctrine” mean?
doctrine — n. teaching, principle. In Chinese: 教义，信条，学说.
How do you pronounce “doctrine”?
doctrine is pronounced /ˈdɑːktrɪn/. It breaks into 2 syllables: doc · trine.
How do you use “doctrine” in a sentence?
The doctrine is taught in schools. (这学说在学校教授。)
What are synonyms for “doctrine”?
principle, belief — all close in meaning to doctrine (n. teaching, principle).
Is “doctrine” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. doctrine appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “doctrine”?
doctrine (theory)
