What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
heterodoxy
Example
His heterodox views on politics often put him at odds with his colleagues. [heterodox: adjective]
Example
The new religious movement was criticized for its heterodoxy by the established church. [heterodoxy: noun]
unorthodoxy
Example
Her unorthodox teaching methods were initially met with skepticism but later gained popularity. [unorthodox: adjective]
Example
The artist's unorthodoxy in his approach to painting made him stand out from his peers. [unorthodoxy: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unorthodoxy is more commonly used than heterodoxy in everyday language, but both words are relatively uncommon and may not be familiar to beginner ESL learners.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between heterodoxy and unorthodoxy?
Heterodoxy is generally considered more formal than unorthodoxy, which has a more casual tone and may be used in informal contexts.
