Definition
- (adjective) Of or pertaining to creeds, beliefs, or teachings, especially religious ones, that are different from orthodoxy, or the norm, but not sufficiently different to be called heretical. “The Church of Alexandria in Egypt is considered heterodox, not heretical.”
Word stats
- Heterodox contains 9 letters: 4 vowel(s) and 5 consonant(s).
- It uses 7 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 4.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 20.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Heterodox mean?
Of or pertaining to creeds, beliefs, or teachings, especially religious ones, that are different from orthodoxy, or the norm, but not sufficiently different to be called heretical.
How many letters are in Heterodox?
Heterodox has 9 letters.
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