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How do you spell Heresy?

Correct spelling

heresy

Remember: heresy ends in -esy, not -say like hearsay

Why is heresy spelled this way?

From Greek hairesis, a taking or choosing. HAIREIN (to take). Heresy is choosing differently — belief that diverges from the accepted doctrine.

Common misspellings of heresy

heresayhereseyherasy

Example

The medieval church considered his scientific theories to be dangerous heresy.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell heresy?+
The correct spelling is "heresy". Remember: heresy ends in -esy, not -say like hearsay
Is it heresay or heresy?+
The correct spelling is "heresy", not "heresay".

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