ideologue
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ideologue
A person who represents a particular ideology (a fixed system of political or worldview-related ideas), often in a dogmatic and one-sided way. The term is frequently used pejoratively.
In der Diskussion erwies er sich als starrer Ideologe, der keine anderen Meinungen zuließ.
In the discussion, he proved to be a rigid ideologue who allowed no other opinions.
The word 'Ideologe' (ideologue) is directly connected to the noun 'die Ideologie' (ideology). An 'Ideologe' is a person who represents a particular ideology.
Er vertritt eine politische Ideologie, daher bezeichnen ihn manche als Ideologen.
He represents a political ideology, so some people call him an ideologue.
Careful: The word 'Ideologe' (ideologue) usually has a negative connotation. It often describes someone who stubbornly and dogmatically clings to their ideas and is not open to other opinions.
Man nannte ihn einen Ideologen, weil er zu keinem Kompromiss bereit war.
People called him an ideologue because he was not willing to make any compromise.
'Ideologe' (ideologue) is often combined with adjectives such as 'starr' (rigid), 'dogmatisch' (dogmatic), or 'blind' (blind) to intensify the negative meaning.
Als starrer Ideologe konnte er die Argumente der Gegenseite nicht akzeptieren.
As a rigid ideologue, he could not accept the arguments of the opposing side.
extremist
An Ideologue supports a fixed political or worldview-based system, often in a one-sided and dogmatic way. An Extremist goes further by holding positions considered extreme and is often willing to use undemocratic or violent means. Therefore, not every Ideologue is an Extremist.
Der Redner gilt als Ideologe, weil er jedes Problem nur nach seinem starren Weltbild beurteilt.
The speaker is considered an ideologue because he judges every problem solely according to his rigid worldview.
Der Redner gilt als Extremist, weil er die Demokratie ablehnt und Gewalt unterstützt.
The speaker is considered an extremist because he rejects democracy and supports violence.
