Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
apostate
noun
əˈpɒsteɪt
Definition
An apostate is a person who renounces a religious or political belief or principle.
Examples
- After years of practice, she became an apostate, seeking a new path that resonated with her evolving beliefs.
- The community was divided over how to treat those who had become apostates, with some welcoming them back and others remaining hostile.
Meaning
This term is often used to describe someone who has abandoned their faith or belief system, particularly in a religious context.
Synonyms
- renegade
- defector
- traitor
- heretic
