Iconoclastic (adjective)

1. Attacking or undermining widely accepted beliefs or institutions.
2. Innovative and unorthodox in the context of art, literature and culture.

Origin:

The word "iconoclastic" is derived from the greek word "eikonoklastes" which is composed of "eikon" meaning image or figure and "klastes" meaning breaker. it refers to someone who attacks or undermines widely accepted beliefs or institutions.

Examples:

1. His iconoclastic views on religion caused quite a stir in the community.
2. His iconoclastic approach to painting was both admired and criticized.
3. The iconoclastic artist"s work was removed from the museum"s collection.
4. The iconoclastic director's new film was not well received by critics.
5. His iconoclastic ideas on education were met with resistance by the school board.