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heterodoxholding opinions that are at variance with those generally accepted; unorthodox

Part of speech: ADJECTIVE

Definition: holding opinions that are at variance with those generally accepted; unorthodox

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhetərəˌdɑks/

Korean meaning: 일반적으로 받아들여지는 것과 다른 견해를 가진; 정통이 아닌

Korean pronunciation: **헤**터러독스

Example Sentences

  • The professor's heterodox teaching methods included having students debate historical figures.
  • Her heterodox investment strategy of buying only companies with funny names surprisingly paid off.
  • The heterodox theory challenged decades of scientific consensus.

heterodox

ADJECTIVE

//ˈhetərəˌdɑks//

holding opinions that are at variance with those generally accepted; unorthodox

heterodox concept
💡 Concept

a confident young professor presents radical new ideas using unusual visual aids and gestures that break from typical academic presentation style. Her animated explanation challenges the established theories shown in old textbooks scattered around the podium. The traditional professors in the audience shift uncomfortably in their seats, some frowning with crossed arms while others lean forward with curious interest. A few students nod enthusiastically while taking notes, clearly engaged by this fresh perspective. The stark contrast between the speaker's innovative approach and the formal academic setting creates visible tension. someone holding opinions that are at variance with those generally accepted

🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈhetərəˌdɑks/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈhetərəˌdɒks/

🌳Etymology

Prefixhetero--
Rootdox

Origin

From Greek heterodoxos, combining heteros (different, other) and doxa (opinion, belief). Originally used in religious contexts to describe beliefs that differed from orthodox doctrine.

🎵Rhyme

orthodoxparadox
orthodox
paradox

🔗Collocations

heterodox views
heterodox beliefs
heterodox approach
heterodox economist
heterodox thinking
heterodox ideas

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

The professor's heterodox teaching methods included having students debate historical figures.

😄 Fun example

Her heterodox investment strategy of buying only companies with funny names surprisingly paid off.

The heterodox theory challenged decades of scientific consensus.

Many heterodox economists predicted the financial crisis while mainstream experts missed it.

📚Related Words

Synonyms

unorthodoxunconventionalnonconformistdissentingheretical

Antonyms

orthodoxconventionaltraditional

Related

paradoxdogmadoctrinemainstreamdissent

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