1. Plural of doctrinairism; the quality or practice of being rigidly attached to doctrines or theories without regard for practical consequences or individual circumstances.
Usage: Usually uncountable in singular form; plural used to denote multiple instances or varieties of the practice

Examples

• The professor's doctrinairisms made it difficult for students to question established theories.
• Political doctrinairisms often prevent leaders from finding practical solutions to real problems.
• Her various doctrinairisms about diet and exercise alienated many of her friends.
• The committee rejected the proposal due to the chairman's well-known doctrinairisms.
• Excessive doctrinairisms in education can stifle creativity and critical thinking.