noun

orthodoxy

OR-thuh-dahk-see/ˈɔːrθədɑːksi/

A traditionally accepted belief or practice.

The congregation observes religious orthodoxy through its established shared ritual.

A religious congregation follows an established shared ritual with traditional prayer books, respectful depiction.

Etymology

orthoGreekright, correct

+doxGreekopinion

+yGreekstate or quality

“Right opinion” became a noun for correctness of belief, especially conformity to church creeds. From that quality, orthodoxy also came to mean the accepted beliefs themselves.

In context

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More examples

The new coach rejects the orthodoxy of daily endurance training.
These economic orthodoxies no longer guide the country's financial policy.
What seems radical today may become tomorrow's orthodoxy.

Forms

orthodoxy · orthodoxies

orthodox adjective — Following traditionally accepted beliefs or practices.

Similar words

doctrine: A formally taught belief, not necessarily one accepted by tradition.
convention: Emphasizes an established custom or practice rather than a belief.
dogma: Emphasizes authoritative teaching treated as unquestionable, rather than traditional acceptance.