orthodox (Meaning)
orthodox (a)
of or pertaining to or characteristic of Judaism
adhering to what is commonly accepted
of or relating to or characteristic of the Eastern Orthodox Church
orthodox (a.)
Sound in opinion or doctrine, especially in religious doctrine; hence, holding the Christian faith; believing the doctrines taught in the Scriptures; -- opposed to heretical and heterodox; as, an orthodox Christian.
According or congruous with the doctrines of Scripture, the creed of a church, the decree of a council, or the like; as, an orthodox opinion, book, etc.
Approved; conventional.
Synonyms & Antonyms of orthodox
orthodox Sentence Examples
- The orthodox belief in the Trinity has been held by Christians for centuries.
- The orthodox rabbi strictly adhered to Jewish law and tradition.
- The orthodox economist believes in free markets and limited government intervention.
- The orthodox approach to education emphasizes rote memorization and standardized testing.
- The orthodox political party clung to its conservative principles despite changing social norms.
- The orthodox scientist rejected new theories that challenged established paradigms.
- The orthodox surgeon refused to deviate from conventional surgical techniques.
- The orthodox church maintained its rigid hierarchy and dogma.
- The orthodox doctor prescribed only well-established and proven medications.
- The orthodox historian remained skeptical of revisionist interpretations of the past.
FAQs About the word orthodox
of or pertaining to or characteristic of Judaism, adhering to what is commonly accepted, of or relating to or characteristic of the Eastern Orthodox ChurchSound
regular, conventional, ceremonious, ceremonial, official,formal,correct, polite, proper, decorous
unconventional, casual, unorthodox, informal, casual, irregular, unconventional, unorthodox,informal, irregular
The orthodox belief in the Trinity has been held by Christians for centuries.
The orthodox rabbi strictly adhered to Jewish law and tradition.
The orthodox economist believes in free markets and limited government intervention.
The orthodox approach to education emphasizes rote memorization and standardized testing.
