CultureAugust 22, 2026

unorthodox

un-OR-thuh-doks

Definition

Contrary to what is usual, traditional, or generally accepted, especially in terms of methods or approaches.

Etymology

The word is derived from the Greek 'orthodoxos,' meaning 'correct belief,' by adding the negative prefix 'un-.' It entered English to describe ideas or practices that deviate from standard or established norms.

In the news

The article uses this word to describe Brian Wilson’s non-traditional approach to musical production, which included using non-musical items to create complex soundscapes.

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