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The definition of heretical is beliefs at odds with what is commonly accepted, or is someone or something that goes against the church or religious beliefs.

(adjective)

For a devout Christian, saying Jesus does not exist is an example of something that would be heretical.

See heretical in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

of heresy or heretics
containing, characterized by, or having the nature of heresy

Origin: ML haereticalis

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heretically adverb

See heretical in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Of or relating to heresy or heretics.
Characterized by, revealing, or approaching departure from established beliefs or standards.

Related Forms:

he·retˈi·cal·ly adverb

he·retˈi·cal·ness noun

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