unorthodox
[/ˌʌnˈɔːrθədɒks/]
adjective
heterodoxo
1. Not conforming to what is generally or traditionally accepted as normal or correct
She took an unorthodox approach to teaching that surprised many colleagues.
Ela adotou uma abordagem heterodoxa no ensino que surpreendeu muitos colegas.
2. Deviating from established doctrine, especially in religion or philosophy
His unorthodox beliefs put him at odds with the church.
Suas crenças heterodoxas o colocaram em conflito com a igreja.
3. Unconventional or unusual in method or style
The chef used unorthodox ingredients in traditional recipes.
O chef usou ingredientes heterodoxos em receitas tradicionais.
NYC Slang
off the wall; not by the book
Related Idioms & Phrases
to think outside the box (pensar fora da caixa)
to march to the beat of one's own drum (seguir o seu próprio caminho)
to go against the grain (ir contra a corrente)
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