heretical
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for heretical, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Involving or characteristic of heresy; contrary to accepted religious teaching.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
From heretic plus the adjective suffix -al, via Medieval Latin haereticālis.
Full origin of heretical →Frequently asked questions
What does “heretical” mean?
The word “heretical” means involving or characteristic of heresy; contrary to accepted religious teaching. In plain terms, describing an idea or belief that breaks sharply with official or accepted views.
How do you pronounce “heretical”?
“Heretical” is pronounced huh-REH-tih-kuhl (/həˈɹɛtɪkəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “heretical” in a sentence?
Here is “heretical” used in a sentence: “The bishop condemned the pamphlet as heretical.”
What part of speech is “heretical”?
“Heretical” is an adjective.
Where does the word “heretical” come from?
The word “heretical” comes from Medieval Latin. From heretic plus the adjective suffix -al, via Medieval Latin haereticālis.
How many meanings does “heretical” have?
“Heretical” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: involving or characteristic of heresy; contrary to accepted religious teaching.
