HERESIES Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

heresies

noun

plural of heresy

as in dissents

departure from a generally accepted theory, opinion, or practice the heresy of asserting that Shakespeare was not a great writer

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Recent Examples of heresies His campaign is gaining momentum at a time when many of the administration’s steadfast Christian backers—alarmed by the president’s bullying campaign against Pope Leo XIV in recent weeks, among other heresies—have been rethinking their support. —

Elizabeth Bruenig, The Atlantic, 24 Apr. 2026

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Noun

But the decision prompted dissents from three policymakers who objected to language in the post-meeting statement suggesting the Fed could eventually resume rate cuts.

— Bloomberg, Oc Register, 20 May 2026
In dissents from Monday's order, Jackson pointed out the high court's ruling in the Callais case did not address the legal question of Section 2's enforceability by private individuals and groups.

— Hansi Lo Wang, NPR, 18 May 2026