orthodox
/'ɔ:θədɔks/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Adhering to established or traditional beliefs, doctrines, or practices: Conforming to what is generally or traditionally accepted as right, true, or correct, especially in religion.
- Of or relating to the Eastern Orthodox Church: Pertaining to the Christian church of the East, historically centered in Constantinople.
- Conventional: Following the usual or traditional way of thinking or behaving.
Usage
- General/Religious Context: Used to describe beliefs, practices, or people that follow the accepted, traditional, or official standards of a system, especially a religion.
- She holds very orthodox views on education.
- He follows an orthodox interpretation of the religious texts.
- Specific to Christianity: Used to refer specifically to the Eastern Orthodox Church or its adherents.
- The orthodox liturgy is known for its beauty and tradition.
- They are members of the Greek Orthodox community.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "orthodox sleep": A term in sleep science referring to non-REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, characterized by slow brain waves and lack of dreaming.
- The first part of the night is dominated by orthodox sleep.
- "orthodox economics": Refers to mainstream or conventional economic theories.
- The policy was criticized by heterodox thinkers but supported by orthodox economists.
Variants and Related Words
- Orthodoxy (noun): The quality or state of being orthodox; authorized or generally accepted theory, doctrine, or practice.
- He challenged the prevailing orthodoxy of his field.
- Unorthodox (adjective): Not orthodox; contrary to what is usual, traditional, or accepted.
- Her unorthodox approach yielded surprising results.
Synonyms
- Conventional: Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed.
- Traditional: Existing in or as part of a tradition; long-established.
- Doctrinal: Concerned with a doctrine or doctrines.
Antonyms
- Unorthodox: Not orthodox.
- Heterodox: Not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs.
- Nontraditional: Not following tradition.
Related Phrases/Idioms
- "Orthodox medicine": Refers to mainstream, scientifically accepted medical practice, as opposed to alternative or complementary medicine.
- He tried alternative therapies after orthodox medicine provided no cure.
Adjective
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of or relating to or characteristic of the Eastern Orthodox Church
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adhering to what is commonly accepted
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an orthodox view of the world
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of or pertaining to or characteristic of Judaism
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Orthodox Judaism
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