orthodoxy
UK: ˈɔːθədɒksi | US: ˈɔːrθədɑːksi
n. 1. Authorized or generally accepted theory, doctrine, or practice.
n. 2. Adherence to traditional or established beliefs, especially in religion.
n. 3. The quality of conforming to orthodox principles.
The word "orthodoxy" originates from Greek orthodoxia, combining orthos (ὀρθός, meaning "correct" or "straight") and doxa (δόξα, meaning "opinion" or "belief"). The term initially described adherence to approved religious doctrines, particularly in early Christianity. Over time, it broadened to denote conformity to any established system of ideas. The morpheme ortho- appears in scientific terms (e.g., "orthopedic"), while -doxy is seen in words like "paradox" (contrary opinion). The suffix -y nominalizes the concept, forming "orthodoxy."
The council affirmed the orthodoxy of the theological doctrine.
His views challenged the political orthodoxy of the era.
In medicine, evidence-based practice is the new orthodoxy.
The artist rejected artistic orthodoxy to pursue innovation.
Orthodoxies in science often shift with paradigm changes.