Synonyms for

Apostate

Verb / ʌˈpɔ:steɪt / Another word for apostate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Apostate means someone who has abandoned their religious or political beliefs.

Synonyms & similar words

turncoat deserter recreant renegade ratter defector traitor rebel dissenter heretic renegade deserter turncoat revisionist nonconformist schismatic secessionist unbeliever iconoclast skeptic agnostic atheist infidel unorthodox freethinker

Example sentences

  1. The apostate politician was no longer trusted by his former party members.
  2. The apostate nun left the convent to start a family.
  3. An apostate is someone who changes their beliefs.
  4. The apostate writer criticized the government in his latest book.
  5. The apostate group formed their own religion based on their new beliefs.

Quotes

  • An apostate is someone who decides to leave a religion or political party. It is not an easy decision, and the person may face criticism from others.
  • The apostate is a rebel, but not always for the same reasons as other rebels. They are often motivated by a deep desire for change and personal growth.
  • The apostate is like a butterfly that has shed its old cocoon and emerged as a new creature. It takes courage to break free from old beliefs and embrace new ones.

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