heresy
Translation
heresy
Examples
He was accused of heresy by the church.
He was accused of heresy by the church.
Her new scientific theory was considered heresy.
Her new scientific theory was considered heresy.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a belief or opinion that is contrary to the orthodox doctrine of a church. He was accused of heresy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dissent, nonconformity, blasphemy; Antonyms: orthodoxy, conformity
Etymology
From Greek 'hairesis' meaning 'a choice, a school of thought', which later came to mean a choice against the mainstream.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone saying, 'Here, I say something different!' which is a heresy against established belief.