unorthodox

/ʌnˈɔːrθədɑːks/
adjective
  1. Different from what is usual, traditional, or accepted; not following the usual rules or methods.
    • Her unorthodox teaching style involved letting students choose their own topics.
    • His unorthodox approach to solving the problem surprised everyone but it worked.
    • The chef used unorthodox ingredients like chocolate in a savory dish.
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