Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ortodoxia
Noun
/ɔːrˈθɒdɒk.si.ə/
Definition
A set of beliefs or practices that are widely accepted as correct within a certain tradition, often relating to religion or philosophy.
Examples
- The **orthodoxy** of the church was challenged by new interpretations of the scripture.
- In scientific communities, sometimes widely held **orthodoxies** are overturned by new discoveries.
- The school’s curriculum emphasized classical **orthodoxy**, staying true to traditional teaching methods.
Meaning
Reflects the adherence to established doctrines or traditions, particularly in religious contexts.
Synonyms
- Conformity
- Tradition
- Dogma
- Established order
- Orthodoxy