Inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true; arrogantly assertive of one's opinions as if they were established facts. Characterized by stubborn adherence to beliefs without considering alternatives.
From Greek 'dogmatikos,' from 'dogma' (opinion, tenet), from 'dokein' (to seem good). Originally neutral, referring to philosophical principles, but developed negative connotations of arrogant certainty and inflexibility.
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