neoorthodox

neoorthodox
/nee'oh awr"theuh doks'/, adj.
1. adhering to the principles of neoorthodoxy.
2. advocating a return to older, proven methods or institutions. Also, neo-orthodox.
[1955-60; NEO- + ORTHODOX]

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