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HERESY

(noun)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Heresy.

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Heresy - as a noun

Any opinions or doctrines at variance with the official or orthodox position

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
heterodoxyunorthodoxy
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
orientation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A belief that rejects the orthodox tenets of a religion

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
unorthodoxy
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cognitive contentcontentmental object
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He was accused of preaching heresy and was excommunicated from the church."
"The council condemned his beliefs as heresy and declared him a heretic."
"During the Middle Ages, many people were executed for heresy."
"The inquisitors were determined to stamp out any form of heresy."
"His radical ideas were considered heresy by the conservative establishment."
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Word Game Points

Is HERESY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, heresy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HERESY has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is HERESY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, heresy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HERESY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is HERESY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, heresy is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HERESY has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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