antiheretical
Definition
- Adjective:
- Opposed to heresy: Describes a person, belief, position, or action that is against or in opposition to religious heresy (beliefs or practices considered to be contrary to official doctrine).
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The council issued an antiheretical decree to protect the orthodox teachings.
- His writings were distinctly antiheretical, aiming to refute the new sect's claims.
- The bishop took an antiheretical stance during the theological debate.
Advanced Usage
- In historical or theological contexts: The term is primarily used in academic, historical, or religious discussions concerning the defense of orthodoxy.
- The medieval inquisition was an antiheretical institution.
Variants and Related Words
- Heresy (n): Belief or opinion contrary to orthodox religious doctrine.
- Heretical (adj): Characterized by or holding the nature of heresy.
- Antiheresy (adj): Used attributively with a similar meaning to "antiheretical" (e.g., ).
Synonyms
- Orthodox: Conforming to established doctrine.
- Doctrinal: Concerned with a doctrine or set of doctrines.
Antonyms
- Heretical: Contrary to or rejecting orthodox beliefs.
- Heterodox: Not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs.
Adjective
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opposed to heresy
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