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heterodox thinking

[ˌhetərəˈdɑːks ˈθɪŋkɪŋ]
noun
pensamento heterodoxo
1. Thinking or beliefs that deviate from established or orthodox doctrine, especially in religious, philosophical, or academic contexts
His heterodox thinking challenged the traditional views of the church.
Seu pensamento heterodoxo desafiava as visões tradicionais da igreja.
2. Non-conformist intellectual approach that rejects conventional wisdom or mainstream ideology
The economist's heterodox thinking led to innovative solutions to economic problems.
O pensamento heterodoxo do economista levou a soluções inovadoras para problemas econômicos.
Synonyms
unorthodox thinkingunconventional thinkingdissident thoughtnon-conformist ideologyalternative perspective
Antonyms
orthodox thinkingconventional thinkingconformist ideologymainstream thoughttraditional doctrine

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pensamento heterodoxo
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
pensamento heterodoxo / ideias não-convencionais
May also use more colloquial alternatives in academic circles
Portugal
pensamento heterodoxo
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

thinking outside the box
going against the grain
breaking with tradition
challenging the status quo
dissenting opinion
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