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orthodox theme

[/ˈɔːrθədɒks θiːm/]
nounpl: orthodox themes
tema ortodoxo
1. A conventional, traditional, or widely accepted subject matter, topic, or motif that adheres to established principles or doctrines
The film relies on an orthodox theme of good versus evil.
O filme se baseia em um tema ortodoxo de bem contra mal.
2. In religious, artistic, or academic contexts, a theme that conforms to traditional doctrine or canonical interpretation
The painter explored an orthodox theme from Christian theology.
O pintor explorou um tema ortodoxo da teologia cristã.
Synonyms
conventional themetraditional themecanonical themeestablished thememainstream theme
Antonyms
unorthodox themeunconventional themeinnovative themerevolutionary themeheterodox theme

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tema ortodoxo
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
tema ortodoxo
Standard usage in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

stick to an orthodox theme
break from an orthodox theme
an orthodox theme in the arts
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