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[しゅ()·()]
shugi
noun

English Meaning(s) for 主義

noun
  1. doctrine; rule; principle; -ism

Definition and Synonyms for 主義

Catechetical Instruction teaching religious principles by questions and answers
Synonyms: 主義
Doctrine a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school
Synonyms: イズム, ドクトリン, 主義, 哲学, 教旨
Orientation an integrated set of attitudes and beliefs
Synonyms: 主義, 信条
Precept rule of personal conduct
Synonyms: プリンシプル, 主義, 信条, 行動指針

Meanings for each kanji in 主義

» lord; chief; master; main thing; principal
» righteousness; justice; morality; honor; loyalty; meaning

Categories 主義 is a member of

Teaching the profession of a teacher
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Belief any cognitive content held as true
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Attitude a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways
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Rule prescribed guide for conduct or action
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Sample Sentences for 主義

In a democracy, the people elect their government officials directly.
Many young men died in the cause of democracy during the war.
To those who seek peace and security. We support you. And to all those who have wondered if America's beacon still burns as bright, tonight we proved once more that the true strength of our nation comes not from the might of our arms or the scale of our wealth, but from the enduring power of our ideals: democracy, liberty, opportunity and unyielding hope.
He is adhesive to the cause.
Dictatorship can be summed up by "shut up!", democracy by "keep talking".

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