Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heretic
noun
/ˈhɛrətɪk/
Definition
A person who holds beliefs or opinions that go against established religious doctrine.
Examples
- The early church often labeled those with differing views as heretics.
- He was branded a heretic for questioning longstanding traditions.
Meaning
A heretic is someone who deviates from accepted or orthodox beliefs, often in a religious context. This could mean rejecting doctrines considered fundamental by mainstream religious groups.
Synonyms
- nonconformist
- rebel
- dissenter
- schismatic
