In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word Canonical

Options

A. Approved
B. Official
C. Sanctioned
D. Unorthodox

Answer

D

Explanation

Canonical (Adjective) = conforming to a general rule or acceptable procedure, orthodox.
Unorthodox(Adjective) = contarary to what is usual or accepted, unconventional, not orthodox.
Look at the sentences :
His proposals were generally accepted as canonical.Steiner was recognised as an original if unorthodox thinker.