Definition

Not conforming to the accepted standard or rule; not part of the official or recognized set.

Example

The author's work was considered uncanonical because it did not follow traditional narrative structures.

Conversation

Did you read that new book series everyone is talking about?

Yeah, I did! It has some really uncanonical story elements.

I heard that too; it’s interesting how they twist the original plot.

Exactly! It makes the story feel fresh and different.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uncanonical → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "canonical" (from Greek "kanonikos", meaning according to rule or standard). The word "uncanonical" means not conforming to established rules or standards.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') following the 'rules' ('canonical') — that's why uncanonical means something that does not follow the established rules.

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