eterodosso

heterodox

adjective eh-teh-ROH-doks-soh Rare

Origin: From Greek heteródoxos (of different opinion): héteros (other) + dóxa (opinion).

Also means

unorthodox

Usage Note

Eterodosso describes a view or person that deviates from accepted doctrine — originally theological, now used broadly in philosophy, politics, and economics. Its opposite is ortodosso. The noun form is eterodossia (heterodoxy). It is a formal, written-register word rarely heard in casual conversation.

Examples

"Le sue idee eterodossa sfidano la tradizione."

Natural Translation

His heterodox ideas challenge tradition.

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