How to Pronounce "heretical"
word
hɝˈɛtɪkəɫ
huh-RET-i-kuhl
hɪɹˈɛtɪkəl
hih-RET-i-kuhl
Definition
Describes a belief, opinion, or action that strongly disagrees with the established teachings or beliefs of a particular religion or group, especially in a way considered unacceptable or rebellious.
IPA Transcription
American English
hɝˈɛtɪkəɫ
British English
hɪɹˈɛtɪkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
huh-RET-i-kuhl
UK
hih-RET-i-kuhl
Listen in Context
Some considered his theory heretical.
Her heretical views upset the church leaders.
The scientist’s ideas were labeled heretical at the time.
Her proposal sounded heretical to the board, but eventually they accepted it.