1. A belief system or set of principles that deviates from established, orthodox, or conventional teachings, especially in religion, philosophy, or ideology
The scientist's heterodox doctrine challenged the prevailing scientific consensus of her time.
A doutrina heterodoxa do cientista desafiou o consenso científico predominante de sua época.
2. Religious or theological teachings that contradict accepted church doctrine or canonical interpretation
Medieval scholars were sometimes persecuted for promoting heterodox doctrines.
Estudiosos medievais foram às vezes perseguidos por promoverem doutrinas heterodoxas.