Synonyms for

Atheist

Verb / ˈeɪθi:ʌst / Another word for atheist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who does not believe in God or any deities.

Synonyms & similar words

atheistical atheistic nonbeliever doubter agnostic secularist freethinker irreligious non-theist skeptic unbeliever heretic infidel heathen godless apostate nonconformist rationalist humanist materialist naturalist sinner

Synonyms by register

Formal

nonbeliever freethinker infidel

Informal

non-believer godless person

Literary

godless unbeliever

Antonyms

theist believer devotee worshipper agnostic deist pantheist

Common collocations

  • staunch atheist
  • proud atheist
  • declared atheist
  • atheist society
  • atheist movement
  • atheist philosopher
  • atheist beliefs

Word family

noun atheist
adjective atheistic
adverb atheistically

Usage note

Atheist refers to someone who does not believe in the existence of God or gods. While often used neutrally, it can sometimes carry negative connotations depending on the context and speaker.

Example sentences

  1. My neighbor is an atheist and does not believe in God.
  2. An atheist does not go to church.
  3. Not everyone is religious, some are atheist.
  4. My teacher is an atheist and does not believe in any deities.
  5. The atheist argued that there is no evidence for the existence of God.

Quotes

  • I'm an atheist and a militant atheist when it comes to politics. I don't believe in God, but I do believe in democracy.
  • I'm an atheist and I thank God for it.
  • I'm an atheist and I don't believe in any god or gods.

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