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Definition of unorthodoxy

unorthodoxy

/ʌnˈɔːr.θəˌdɑːk.si/
un · or · tho · dox · y
Adverb:unorthodoxly
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Plural:unorthodoxies
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Adjective:unorthodox
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unorthodoxy Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality or state of being contrary to what is usual, traditional, or accepted; nonconformity in thought, behavior, or practice.

Example

"The director's bold unorthodoxy challenged decades of conventional filmmaking techniques."

2

An unconventional or nonconformist belief, doctrine, or practice, especially in religion, politics, or philosophy.

Example

"His early writings contained several theological unorthodoxies that alarmed the church hierarchy."

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• Rhymes for unorthodoxy

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unostentatiously
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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English in the 17th century from the prefix 'un-' (not) and 'orthodoxy', which comes from Late Latin 'orthodoxia' and Ancient Greek 'orthodoxia' ('right opinion'), combining 'orthos' (straight, correct) and 'doxa' (opinion, belief).

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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unorthodoxy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unorthodoxy
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