nonorthodox

or·tho·dox

N n

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [awr-thuh-doks]
- /ˈɔr θəˌdɒks/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [awr-thuh-doks]
- /ˈɔr θəˌdɒks/

Definitions of nonorthodox word

adjective nonorthodox of, relating to, or conforming to the approved form of any doctrine, philosophy, ideology, etc. 1
adjective nonorthodox of, relating to, or conforming to beliefs, attitudes, or modes of conduct that are generally approved. 1
adjective nonorthodox customary or conventional, as a means or method; established. 1
adjective nonorthodox sound or correct in opinion or doctrine, especially theological or religious doctrine. 1
adjective nonorthodox conforming to the Christian faith as represented in the creeds of the early church. 1
adjective nonorthodox (initial capital letter) of, relating to, or designating the Eastern Church, especially the Greek Orthodox Church. 1

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Origin of nonorthodox

First appearance:

before 1575

One of the 34% oldest English words

1575-85; < Late Latin orthodoxus right in religion < Late Greek orthódoxos, equivalent to ortho- ortho- + dóx(a) belief, opinion + -os adj. suffix

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nonorthodox popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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Synonyms for nonorthodox

adverb nonorthodox

conservatively — disposed to preserve existing conditions, institutions, etc., or to restore traditional ones, and to limit change.
conventionally — conforming or adhering to accepted standards, as of conduct or taste: conventional behavior.

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