heresy

• Существительное, обозначающее веру или мнение, противоречащее установленным религиозным доктринам или ортодоксальным принципам.

A noun referring to a belief or opinion that is contrary to established religious doctrine or orthodox principles.

1. Religious beliefC1formal

   A belief or opinion that goes against the official teachings of a religion, especially Christianity.

   Ересь

   • The church condemned his teachings as heresy.
   • In the Middle Ages, people were executed for heresy.
   • The council declared the doctrine to be heresy.

   Синонимыapostasyblasphemydissidencenonconformityunorthodoxy

   Антонимыcreeddogmaorthodoxy

2. Controversial opinionC1formal

   An opinion or idea that is strongly opposed to established beliefs or standards.

   Ересь

   • Suggesting that the company should downsize was considered heresy by the board.
   • In the scientific community, challenging the theory was seen as heresy.
   • His political views were regarded as heresy by the ruling party.

   Синонимыblasphemydissidenceiconoclasmrevisionismsacrilegeunorthodoxy

   Антонимыcreeddoctrinedogmaorthodoxy