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unorthodox method

[/ˌʌn.ɔːrˈθɒ.dɑːks ˈmeθ.əd/]
nounpl: unorthodox methods
método não ortodoxo
1. A way of doing something that is unconventional, unusual, or not following traditional or established practices
The startup used an unorthodox method to market their product through social media rather than traditional advertising.
A startup usou um método não ortodoxo para comercializar seu produto através das redes sociais em vez da publicidade tradicional.
2. An approach or technique that deviates from accepted standards or norms
Her unorthodox method of teaching proved to be very effective with difficult students.
Seu método não ortodoxo de ensino provou ser muito eficaz com alunos difíceis.
NYC Slang
off-the-wall method; different approach
Synonyms
unconventional methoduntraditional approachnonconformist techniquealternative method
Antonyms
orthodox methodconventional methodtraditional approachstandard procedure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método não ortodoxo; método pouco convencional
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
jeito fora do padrão; método desconvencional
May use more colloquial expressions
São Paulo
método não convencional; abordagem alternativa
Preference for formal business terminology
Portugal
método não ortodoxo; método pouco convencional
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

thinking outside the box
going against the grain
breaking the mold
unconventional wisdom
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