heterodox, orthodox

heterodox, orthodox
These words, derived from Greek expressions meaning, respectively,"differing in opinion" and "having the right opinion," refer to agreement with or denial of accepted beliefs, especially church doctrine and teachings. A heterodox person is an unorthodox individual who breaks with tradition or convention. An orthodox person adheres to accepted, traditional, established, and customary beliefs, practices, and attitudes. A so-called solid citizen is considered orthodox; a student rebel is heterodox.

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  • heterodox — ► ADJECTIVE ▪ not conforming with orthodox standards or beliefs. DERIVATIVES heterodoxy noun. ORIGIN from Greek doxa opinion …   English terms dictionary

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