non-traditionally
non-traditionally — adverb
1. in a way that differs from or deliberately avoids the customs, beliefs, or metho
in a way that differs from or deliberately avoids the customs, beliefs, or methods that have been established and followed over a long period of time within a particular society or group
The couple decided to celebrate their wedding anniversary non-traditionally by hiking in Patagonia.
collocation: celebrate + non-traditionally
Naoko's parents raised her non-traditionally, encouraging both art and science equally.
collocation: raise + non-traditionally
The company operates non-traditionally with a four-day work week and no fixed office.
Ignacio proposed to his partner non-traditionally by hiding the ring inside a book.
Many schools now teach foreign languages non-traditionally using games and music.
- unconventionally
emphasizes breaking social norms or expectations, often with a rebellious tone
- innovatively
focuses on introducing new ideas or methods, not just departing from tradition
- alternatively
suggests one choice among several, without the sense of deliberately opposing tradition
- traditionally
following established customs without change
- conventionally
acting according to widely accepted standards or norms
文法句型
modifies a verb phrase
modifies an adjective
用法筆記
Most common with verbs describing lifestyle choices (live, raise, celebrate, educate) and organizational methods (operate, structure, teach). Frequently modifies the entire verb phrase rather than a single verb.