Nonconforming (adjective)

Not conforming to established customs, attitudes, or regulations.

Origin:

Late middle english: from non- + conforming, present participle of conform.

Examples:

  1. The nonconforming group of young adults gathered to protest the current political regime.
  2. Her nonconforming behavior caused a stir in the conservative neighborhood.
  3. The school had strict dress code policies, but he was a nonconforming student and wore whatever he wanted.
  4. The artist's nonconforming style challenged the traditional norms of the art world.
  5. The nonconforming ideas were not accepted by the mainstream and were considered revolutionary.
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