Unorthodox ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Unorthodox ( adjective )

Not conforming to established or accepted rules or standards.

Origin:

Late 18th century: from un-1 + orthodox, on the pattern of words such as unorthodox.

Examples:

1. He took an unorthodox approach to the problem.
2. Her unorthodox views on education.
3. The unorthodox methods of the new teacher.
4. The unorthodox candidate was not supported by the party.
5. He had unorthodox ideas about how to run a business.

(As a noun)

Unorthodox ( noun )

Not conforming to established or accepted rules or standards.

Origin:

Late 18th century: from un-1 + orthodox, on the pattern of words such as unorthodox.

Examples:

1. He took an unorthodox approach to the problem.
2. Her unorthodox views on education.
3. The unorthodox methods of the new teacher.
4. The unorthodox candidate was not supported by the party.
5. He had unorthodox ideas about how to run a business.