ORTHODOXY Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

orthodoxy

noun

Definition of orthodoxy

as in conformity

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Recent Examples of orthodoxy The book stresses the importance of the sacraments and other orthodoxy, such as oral confession to a priest and the transubstantiation of Christ’s body and blood when taking communion. — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 16 Sep. 2026 The privileging of parental intuition over medical orthodoxy has become the emotional core of the MAHA coalition. — Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026 Even in the most pluralistic society, straying from the prevailing orthodoxy (or heterodoxy, as the case may be) can land you in trouble. — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 27 Aug. 2026 Both economists agree that deficits of this magnitude no longer automatically trigger the inflation spiral that economic orthodoxy once predicted—which is precisely why Washington has felt no urgency to act. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for orthodoxy

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conformity

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Furthermore, rigid or semi-rigid components create significant conformity challenges.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026
As a bargain fashionista before the term existed, Andie is a forward-thinking, stylish young woman with her own identity in a world defined by conformity.

— Sezin Devi Koehler, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Oct. 2026

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