doctrinaire
/ˌdɑktrəˈnɛr/
adjective
- Strictly following a theory or doctrine without considering practical realities; dogmatic.
- She was criticized for her doctrinaire refusal to compromise on the policy.
- His doctrinaire approach to education ignored the needs of individual students.
- The party's doctrinaire stance on taxes alienated many moderate voters.
Synonyms
noun
- A person who rigidly adheres to a theory or doctrine, regardless of practical considerations.
- The committee was dominated by doctrinaires who rejected any new ideas.
- The debate pitted pragmatists against doctrinaires from the same party.
- He was a doctrinaire who insisted on following the textbook exactly.