heterodox — meaning in English
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English meaning
- heterodox adj Of or pertaining to creeds, beliefs, or teachings, especially religious ones, that are different from what a religion (or sect) believes to be orthodox, but (usually) not conflicting with that religion's established beliefs and therefore not heretical.
- unorthodox adjective Departing from what is usual, accepted, or expected.
Senses
heterodox is used for these senses in English:
- heterodox Of or pertaining to creeds, beliefs, or teachings, especially religious ones, that are different from what a religion (or sect) believes to be orthodox, but (usually) not conflicting with that religion's established beliefs and therefore not heretical.
- unorthodox Unusual, unconventional, or idiosyncratic.
heterodox — full definition
- adj Of or pertaining to creeds, beliefs, or teachings, especially religious ones, that are different from what a religion (or sect) believes to be orthodox, but (usually) not conflicting with that religion's established beliefs and therefore not heretical.
- adj Beliefs contrary to the general consensus.