Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

flat-earther

noun
/flæt ˈɜːr.θər/
Definition
A flat-earther is an individual who believes that the Earth is flat, rather than spherical, contradicting centuries of scientific understanding and evidence.
Examples
  • Many flat-earthers believe that mainstream science is part of a conspiracy to hide the true shape of the Earth.
  • Some flat-earthers have even organized conventions to share their views and findings.
Meaning
This term refers to a person who promotes the idea that the Earth is not a globe and may advocate for conspiracy theories surrounding this belief.
Synonyms
  • Earth-flat proponent
  • Flat Earth believer