unorthodox

• Describe algo que se aparta de lo habitual, convencional o aceptado comúnmente en una tradición, práctica o campo de conocimiento.

Describes something that is different from what is usual or accepted in a society, religion, or field.

1. Independent in behavior or thoughtB2formal

   Acting or thinking in a way that is not typical or conventional; showing originality and independence.

   poco ortodoxo en el pensar o actuar

   • Her unorthodox approach to problem-solving often surprises her colleagues.
   • He has an unorthodox style of teaching that encourages creativity.
   • The artist's unorthodox methods challenged traditional painting techniques.

   Sinónimosdissentingfreethinkingheterodoxiconoclasticindependentindividualisticmavericknonconformistoriginalunconventional

   Antónimosconformingconformistconventionalorthodoxstandardtraditionaltypicalusual

2. Breaking with convention or traditionB2formal

   Departing from established customs, rules, or practices; not following the usual way of doing things.

   Poco ortodoxo / Que rompe con la tradición

   • The company adopted an unorthodox marketing strategy that paid off.
   • His unorthodox religious views set him apart from the community.
   • The chef's unorthodox combination of ingredients created a unique dish.

   Sinónimosalternativeatypicaldissentingheterodoxiconoclasticirregularmavericknonconformistunconventionalunusual

   Antónimosconventionalcustomaryorthodoxstandardtraditional