noun
- the quality or state of being dogmatic; the tendency to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true without regard to evidence or the opinions of others
Usage: formal; typically used in academic or philosophical contexts
Examples
- The professor's dogmaticalness made it difficult for students to question his interpretations.
- Her dogmaticalness about nutrition prevented her from considering new scientific findings.
- The committee criticized the director's dogmaticalness in refusing to entertain alternative proposals.
- His dogmaticalness on religious matters alienated many of his colleagues.
- The dogmaticalness of the policy left no room for individual circumstances or exceptions.
- She struggled to overcome her natural dogmaticalness and learn to listen to other viewpoints.