orthodox

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orthodox

An orthodox priest leads a service in a traditional church.

Definition
  1. 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.
orthodox

An orthodox priest leads a service in a traditional church.

Adjective
  1. of or relating to or characteristic of the Eastern Orthodox Church
  2. adhering to what is commonly accepted
    • an orthodox view of the world
  3. of or pertaining to or characteristic of Judaism
    • Orthodox Judaism

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