heterodox adjective

/ˈhet.ər.ə.dɒks/

/ˈhet ̬.ɚ.ə.dɑːks/ adj formal

Definition

(of beliefs, ideas or activities) different and in opposition to generally accepted beliefs or standards

His opinions have always been distinctly heterodox.

Compare: orthodox

/ˈhet.ər.ə.dɒk.si/

/ˈhet ̬.ɚ.ə.dɑːk-/ n [U]

(Definition of heterodox adjective from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

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