Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zendik
Noun
/ˈzɛndɪk/
Definition
A term often used to describe someone who is considered heretical or unorthodox in their beliefs, particularly in religious or philosophical contexts.
Examples
- In ancient times, a zendik was often persecuted for their views.
- The group labeled him a zendik for his radical interpretations of the doctrine.
- She read about zenidks in a book that critiqued mainstream philosophies.
Meaning
Typically refers to an individual who rejects the conventions of a particular belief system or societal norm, often used in a pejorative sense.
Synonyms
- Heretic
- Dissenter
- Nonconformist