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orthodox

The word “orthodox” has 3 syllables: or-tho-dox

It's pronounced as /ˈɔːrθədɑːks/

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In the thesaurus, “orthodox” has 73 synonyms and 46 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for orthodox along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for orthodox

Antonyms for orthodox

Meanings of orthodox

  • adjective
    1. Conforming to the accepted, established, or traditional doctrines of a given faith, religion, or ideology.
    2. Adhering to whatever is customary, traditional, or generally accepted.
    3. Of pollen, seed, or spores: viable for a long time; viable when dried to low moisture content.

Example Sentences

  • He follows a very orthodox interpretation of the religious texts.
  • The teacher encouraged students to challenge orthodox ideas in philosophy.
  • She prefers a more orthodox approach to medicine rather than alternative treatments.
  • The orthodox view of history is now being questioned by new research.
  • His orthodox methods proved surprisingly effective in solving the problem.

On this page you'll find 119 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to orthodox, such as: Tory, accepted, advanced, anticonventional, antiestablishment, antiliberal, antimodern.

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