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heresy

noun

/ˈhɛrəsi/

Meaning

belief or opinion that goes against established religious doctrine or accepted beliefs.

In medieval times, heresy was often punished severely.

unorthodoxy, dissent, blasphemy, heterodoxy

orthodoxy, belief, conformity

religious heresy, charge of heresy, commit heresy

a state or period of uncontrolled excitement or wild behavior; intense activity

A confusing and difficult problem or question; a puzzle or riddle.

Mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.

The action of reducing the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something.

a substance such as salt, mustard, or ketchup that is used to add flavor to food