unorthodox

[uhn-awr-thuh-doks] / ʌnˈɔr θəˌdɒks /

ADJECTIVE

abnormal; other than accepted

Synonyms

STRONGEST

different eccentric far-out heretical unconventional unusual

WEAK

beatnik crazy dissident flaky heterodox irregular kinky nonconformist off the beaten path schismatic sectarian uncustomary unwonted way-out weird

Antonyms

STRONGEST

common conventional normal regular standard usual

WEAK

orthodox

Example Sentences

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Miller's role in foreign policy, notes Lanza, is unusual – but in keeping with an unorthodox White House.

From BBC

Some coaches would try to change Alcaraz's natural game and reel in his tendency for the unorthodox.

From BBC

One of the most unorthodox aspects of “Ruth Hall” is its version of a happy ending.

From The Wall Street Journal

He also contributed swashbuckling rhythm guitar informed by his love of jazz pianists and unorthodox time signatures.

From The Wall Street Journal

Over the course of 18 seasons, Baltimore’s unorthodox appointment paid off spectacularly.

From The Wall Street Journal