Definition Dictionary

Following established practices or commonly accepted ideas.

The beliefs or judgments that are widely accepted about a subject.

Unconventional in lifestyle, especially in an artistic setting.

Following an established habit or usual practice.

Required by fashion, convention, or accepted practice.

Unconventional or noticeably different from ordinary behavior or style.

To openly disregard or defy a rule or convention.

A person who challenges cherished beliefs or established conventions.

One word family: also includes iconoclastic.

Showing a lack of solemn respect for something usually treated seriously.

One word family: also includes irreverence.

Open to unfamiliar ideas or ways of living rather than narrowly bound by convention.

An independent-minded person who does not follow group conventions.

A standard or pattern regarded as usual, expected, or acceptable.

Conforming to established beliefs, practices, or methods.

A recurring theme, convention, or figurative device.

Departing from customary practices or accepted expectations.

Departing from usual or traditionally accepted methods or beliefs.

Departure from established beliefs, practices, or accepted conventions.