heresy
word
Definition
A belief or opinion that goes against the official teaching of a religion, or strongly challenges accepted ideas and traditions.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and often historical; most common in religious or academic context. Can also be used metaphorically for any idea that challenges authority or tradition. Often associated with accusations or punishments in history.
Spanish: herejíaPortuguese (BR): heresiaPortuguese (PT): heresiaChinese (Simplified): 异端Chinese (Traditional): 異端Hindi: धर्मद्रोहArabic: هرطقةBengali: বিধর্মিতা - ধর্মবিরোধী মতRussian: ересьJapanese: 異端Vietnamese: dị giáo - tà thuyếtKorean: 이단Turkish: sapkınlıkUrdu: کفر - بدعتIndonesian: ajaran sesat - bid'ah
Example Sentences
During the Middle Ages, heresy was often punished harshly.
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Some scientists faced charges of heresy for their new ideas.
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Calling that 'pizza' in Italy is almost heresy!
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Believing the earth moved around the sun was once considered heresy.
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His ideas about art were pure heresy to the traditionalists.
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He whispered his opinion, afraid it might sound like heresy to some.
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