unorthodox

adjective

un·​or·​tho·​dox ˌən-ˈȯr-thə-ˌdäks How to pronounce unorthodox (audio)
: not orthodox
unorthodoxly adverb

Examples of unorthodox in a Sentence

a time when people with unorthodox religious views were banished from the colony raised by an aunt, whose unorthodox parenting practices made for a strange but fun childhood
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The installation was intended to not only showcases G-Star’s unorthodox past but also present the next steps towards the future. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Jan. 2025 Whereas prior generations might perceive AI as extraordinary or unorthodox, not so for Generation Beta. Lance Eliot, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025 This isn't the first time Fincher has recalled having unorthodox ideas for a blockbuster franchise. Shania Russell, EW.com, 2 Jan. 2025 Christie went with an unorthodox lineup with Murray out. Jason Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 2 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for unorthodox 

Word History

First Known Use

1629, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unorthodox was in 1629

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“Unorthodox.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unorthodox. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025.

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unorthodox

adjective
un·​or·​tho·​dox ˌən-ˈȯr-thə-ˌdäks How to pronounce unorthodox (audio)
ˈən-
: not orthodox : not usual
an unorthodox teaching method

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