How to Pronounce "heresy"
word
ˈhɛɹəsi
HAIR-uh-see
hˈɛɹəsi
HEH-ruh-see
Definition
A belief or opinion that goes against the official teaching of a religion, or strongly challenges accepted ideas and traditions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɛɹəsi
British English
hˈɛɹəsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAIR-uh-see
UK
HEH-ruh-see
Listen in Context
During the Middle Ages, heresy was often punished harshly.
Some scientists faced charges of heresy for their new ideas.
Believing the earth moved around the sun was once considered heresy.
His ideas about art were pure heresy to the traditionalists.