neoorthodox

ne·o·or·tho·dox

[nee-oh-awr-thuh-doks]
adjective
1.
adhering to the principles of neoorthodoxy.
2.
advocating a return to older, proven methods or institutions.
Also, ne·o-or·tho·dox.


Origin:
1955–60; neo- + orthodox

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