unorthodox
Unorthodox (adjective) means departing from what is usual, accepted, or expected. Example: “The coach's unorthodox training methods raised eyebrows, but the team kept winning.”
How to use unorthodox
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing things differently from the standard or expected way.
Word forms
more unorthodox comparative, most unorthodox superlative
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The coach's _____ training methods raised eyebrows, but the team kept winning.
Etymology
From un- + orthodox.
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What does “unorthodox” mean?
The word “unorthodox” means departing from what is usual, accepted, or expected. In plain terms, doing things differently from the standard or expected way.
How do you pronounce “unorthodox”?
“Unorthodox” is pronounced uhn-AW-thuh-doks (/ʌnˈɔɹθədɑks/ in IPA).
How do you use “unorthodox” in a sentence?
Here is “unorthodox” used in a sentence: “The coach's unorthodox training methods raised eyebrows, but the team kept winning.”
What is the opposite of “unorthodox”?
The opposite of “unorthodox” — its antonyms — are conventional, expected, halal, kosher and orthodox.
What part of speech is “unorthodox”?
“Unorthodox” is an adjective.
Is “unorthodox” a common word?
“Unorthodox” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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