Definition Synonyms
Definition of nonconformity - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
beliefsunorthodoxy in thoughts or beliefs
- Her nonconformity challenged traditional views.
2.
noncompliancefailure or refusal to conform to accepted norms or rules
- His nonconformity with office dress code caused a stir..
3.
geologyTECH. geological formation with non-sedimentary rock intrusionTECH.
- The nonconformity was evident in the rock layers.
4.
religionDated UK refusal to follow a state religion's practicesDated UK
- His nonconformity led to his expulsion from the church.
Origin of nonconformity
Latin, non (not) + conformare (to form)
Terms with nonconformity included in their meaning
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nonconformity
not following rules or standards
symbolism
symbol of rebellion or nonconformity
nonconformity
in opposition to popular opinion or behavior
nonconformity
act in a way different from most people
social nonconformity
behavior that differs from accepted standards
nonconformity
refuse to conform to established beliefs or practices
abandon nonconformity
abandon established ways and stop conforming
nonconformity
someone who thinks outside traditional patterns
nonconformity
woman defying societal norms
nonconformity
woman not conforming to traditional feminine standards
social history
person in Beat Generation subculture, noted for nonconformity
acr: childhood gender nonconformity
when kids don't follow gender norms
religion
nonconformity in religious practices or beliefs
religious nonconformity
belief or opinion contrary to orthodox religious doctrine
nonconformity
someone not conforming to established conduct
nonconformity
not conforming to standard usage or norms
nonconformity
not conforming to a standard or expectation
Examples of nonconformity in a sentence
Nonconformity was at the heart of the movement. Her nonconformity to societal expectations was evident. The artist's nonconformity was reflected in his unique style. Geologists discovered a nonconformity in the cliff face. The site showed a clear nonconformity beneath the sediment. Nonconformity was a hallmark of the new religious movement.
Her nonconformity with the church's rituals was evident.
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- French:anticonformisme, discordance, ...
- German:Nonkonformität, Nichtkonformität, ...
- Italian:non conformità, inconformità, ...
- Spanish:inconformidad, discordancia, ...
- Portuguese:inconformismo, desconformidade, ...
- Chinese:非正统思想, 不服从, ...
- Japanese:非協調, 非順応, ...
- Arabic:لَاأُرْثُوذُوكْسِيَّة, عَدَمُ الاِمْتِثَال, ...
- Hebrew:אִי־קוֹנְפוֹרְמִיּוּת, אִי הִתְאָמָה, ...
- Russian:нонконформизм, несоответствие, ...
- Ukrainian:нонконформізм, неконформність, ...
- Hindi:अपरंपरागतता, गैर-अनुपालन, ...
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