ideologue
/ˈaɪ.di.ə.lɑɡ/
Group 34Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (noun)
- An adherent of an ideology, especially one who is uncompromising and dogmatic GRE
Example in Context
The negotiation stalled because ideologues on both sides refused to accept any compromise that departed from their purist positions.
Etymology
One who speaks rigidly about their ideas.
- ideo- (Greek) — idea
- logue (Greek) — speech
Memory Aid
📜Sounds like “I-deal-log”
An IDEAL LOG that won’t stop talking about how great it is — that’s an IDEOLOGUE!
Visual Association
🗣️A person passionately lecturing a room full of uninterested people about their unyielding beliefs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “ideologue” mean on the GRE?
ideologue (noun) means “An adherent of an ideology, especially one who is uncompromising and dogmatic”. The negotiation stalled because ideologues on both sides refused to accept any compromise that departed from their purist positions.
How to remember “ideologue” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “ideologue” sounds like “I-deal-log”. An IDEAL LOG that won’t stop talking about how great it is — that’s an IDEOLOGUE!