What is another word for Heretically?

Pronunciation: [hɪɹˈɛtɪkə͡lˌi] (IPA)

Heretically refers to acting or speaking in a way that goes against established beliefs or principles. Some synonyms for this word include unorthodoxly, heterodoxly, iconoclastically, blasphemerously, and nonconformistly. These words all carry a similar connotation of going against the norm, either in terms of religion or culture. Other synonyms for heretically include dissenting, divergent, and deviant, which emphasize a departure from accepted norms or beliefs. Whether used in a religious context or in the realm of social norms, heretically and its synonyms suggest a rejection of the status quo and a willingness to challenge commonly held ideas or beliefs.

What are the hypernyms for Heretically?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Heretically

Then their images were painted on the walls, but these were Heretically scratched and disfigured: and, since the saints could not defend themselves, a royal edict was published in their favour, commanding that all holy paintings in the streets should not be allowed short of ten feet from the ground!
"Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 (of 3)"
Isaac Disraeli
Thenceforth Agnes Anne stood on a pedestal, and for a while one sturdy disciple of Calvin's thought Heretically of the pure doctrine.
"The Dew of Their Youth"
S. R. Crockett
He Heretically calls the Isis 'a mere moat,' the Cherwell 'a ditch.
"The Life of Sir Richard Burton"
Thomas Wright

Related words: heretical, devil worship, heresy, heretical beliefs, heresy in ancient Greece, heresy in early Christianity

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