adiaphoral

/ˌædiˈæfɔrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the adiaphora, especially in early Christianity; not essential to salvation

“The theologian argued that the adiaphoral aspects of early Christian doctrine were often misunderstood.”

2. noun

things that are adiaphoral, especially in early Christianity; matters not essential to salvation

“The church council debated the adiaphoral issues that had caused division among the congregation.”

Synonyms

  • indifferent
  • neutral

Antonyms

  • crucial
  • essential