heterodoxy

Definitions

An opinion or belief that is contrary to orthodox or generally accepted standards.

The state or condition of holding beliefs that deviate from established religious or ideological doctrines.

Examples

The professor was often criticized by his peers for his persistent heterodoxy regarding traditional economic theories.

In a community defined by strict religious conformity, any form of heterodoxy was viewed as a dangerous threat to social order.

Synonyms

unorthodoxy heresy dissent nonconformity dissidence iconoclasm deviation

Antonyms

orthodoxy conformity traditionalism conventionality dogma adherence standardization