nonbeliever

nonbeliever — noun

1. a person who does not have religious beliefs, or who does not accept a particula

1.名詞B2
釋義

a person who does not have religious beliefs, or who does not accept a particular system of ideas as true.

例句

The small church tried to welcome both believers and nonbelievers in the neighborhood.

contrast pattern: believers and nonbelievers

As a nonbeliever, Mira did not attend the service, but she respected her friends' traditions.

同義詞
  • atheist

    Specifically refers to someone who believes no god exists; 'nonbeliever' is broader and does not imply active rejection.

  • agnostic

    Describes someone who is unsure whether a god exists, whereas 'nonbeliever' simply states the absence of belief.

  • skeptic

    Focuses on questioning or doubting claims, not limited to religion; more about an attitude than a religious position.

  • unbeliever

    Similar in meaning but can carry a judgmental tone, especially in religious contexts.

反義詞
  • believer

    A person who holds religious or ideological beliefs; the most direct opposite.

  • theist

    Specifically someone who believes in the existence of a god or gods.

文法句型

[countable] a nonbeliever in [something]

用法筆記

Frequently paired with 'believer' in contrasting contexts. The word is common in religious discussions but may also extend to ideological systems. More neutral in tone than 'unbeliever,' which can carry judgment in religious settings.

常見錯誤

❌He is a nonbeliever in ghosts.
✅He does not believe in ghosts.
💡The word 'nonbeliever' is most natural in religious or broad ideological contexts, not for everyday disbelief.