
Heterodox
Religious Context
Often used in religious or spiritual discussions when someone's beliefs deviate from the norm.

His heterodox interpretation of the scriptures caused a stir in the church.
Challenging Norms
Implies a challenge to what most people accept as true or correct in a particular field.

The scientist presented a heterodox hypothesis that defied the established theory.
Critical Thinking
Indicates a person is thinking critically and questioning rather than accepting information as given.

She developed a heterodox method for solving the problem that proved to be very effective.
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ConventionalDeviantDissentHereticalIconoclasticNonconformistOrthodoxRadical
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