unbiblical

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //ʌnˈbɪb.lɪ.kəl//

KK: /ʌnˈbɪb.lɪ.kəl/

adjective

Definition

Not in accordance with the teachings or principles found in the Bible.

Example

The group's beliefs were considered unbiblical by many religious leaders.

Conversation

I was reading that new book, and some parts felt really unbiblical to me.

Really? What did you find so off about it?

It just seemed to contradict a lot of the teachings I grew up with.

I get that; sometimes authors take creative liberties that don't align with traditional views.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

heretical

unorthodox

irreligious

Antonyms

biblical

sacred

holy

Root Explanation

Unbiblical → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "biblical" (from Latin "biblicus", meaning pertaining to the Bible). The word "unbiblical" means not in accordance with the teachings or principles of the Bible.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being applied to something 'pertaining to the Bible' ('biblical') — that's why unbiblical means not aligned with biblical teachings.

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