unorthodox

[uhn-awr-thuh-doks]

adjective

1. not conforming to rules, traditions, or modes of conduct, as of a doctrine, religion, or philosophy; not orthodox.

   an unorthodox ideology.

unorthodox

/ ʌnˈɔːθəˌdɒks /

adjective

1. not conventional in belief, behaviour, custom, etc

Other Word Forms

• unorthodoxly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of unorthodox¹

un- ¹ + orthodox

Example Sentences

His holdout vote in the wake of 200-plus members of his party voting otherwise is not the first time he has taken an unorthodox stance.

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Rivals sometimes embrace unorthodox approaches, Popple says, conducting hourslong interview sessions that can include questions aimed at unnerving candidates—What was your kindergarten report card like?

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Uncovering raw emotions, like loss, lust and jealousy, she’s able to capture their complexities through erratic rhythms, unorthodox mechanics and a trance-like ambiance.

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That unorthodox upbringing saw Benn progress into adulthood feeling "troubled and angry".

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Ms. Terekh argues their unorthodox expertise brought a “fresh sparkle” to arms development.

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Related Words

• different 
• eccentric 
• far-out 
• heretical 
• unconventional 
• unusual