indoctrination
UK: ɪnˌdɒk.trɪˈneɪ.ʃən | US: ɪnˌdɑːk.trəˈneɪ.ʃən
n. the process of teaching a person or group to accept a set of beliefs uncritically
n. the act of instructing or imbuing with a specific ideology, often in a biased or dogmatic way
indoctrination = in<into> + doctrin<teaching> + ation<noun suffix>
- in (prefix): From Latin in-, meaning "into" or "within."
- doctrin (root): From Latin doctrina (teaching, instruction), derived from docere (to teach).
- ation (suffix): A noun-forming suffix indicating an action or process, from Latin -atio.
Etymology Origin:
The word indoctrination traces back to the Latin indoctrinare, meaning "to teach" or "to instruct." The prefix in- emphasizes the inward or intensive nature of the teaching, while doctrin- reflects the systematic or doctrinal aspect. Over time, the term acquired a nuanced (often negative) connotation, implying the imposition of rigid or uncritical beliefs. The suffix -ation formalizes the process, turning it into an abstract noun.
The cult was accused of using indoctrination to control its members.
Political indoctrination in schools remains a controversial topic.
The regime’s propaganda machine focused on the indoctrination of youth.
She resisted the indoctrination attempts by questioning the teachings.
The documentary exposed the indoctrination techniques used in extremist groups.