Heretic

Pronunciation: /ˈhɛrətɪk/

Heretic (noun)

  1. a person who has beliefs that go against the official teachings of a religion.
  2. someone who holds ideas that are different from accepted beliefs or standards.

Examples

  • The council condemned him as a heretic for his beliefs.
  • She was labeled a heretic for questioning the doctrine.

Common collocations: condemn a heretic, label someone a heretic, accuse of heresy, challenge norms, embrace heretic ideas

Synonyms of Heretic

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Heretic

  • someone who follows established norms
  • adhering to accepted beliefs