Heterodox
hardHET-er-uh-doks
adjective
Definition
Not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs
Examples
“His heterodox views on economics challenged mainstream theory.”
“The scientist's heterodox approach led to groundbreaking discoveries.”
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GRE Tip
Heterodox is a hard-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "unorthodox" or "heretical" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "orthodox".
Related GRE Words
iconoclast
A person who attacks or criticizes cherished beliefs or institutions
heretic
A person holding an opinion at odds with what is generally accepted
credulous
Having or showing too great a readiness to believe things
unorthodox
Contrary to what is usual, traditional, or accepted
maverick
An unorthodox or independent-minded person
tenet
A principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy
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