Word
atheist
Meanings
a person who does not believe in the existence of any god
Definition
An atheist is a person who does not believe that any gods exist.
An atheist is someone who lacks belief in gods or thinks that gods do not exist. Many atheists base their view on personal experience, philosophy, or science, but reasons differ from person to person. Being an atheist describes a position about belief, not a specific set of values or behaviors.
Examples
- I’m an atheist, but I enjoy learning about different cultures and traditions.
- She is an atheist, so she prefers to keep the ceremony secular.
- He became an atheist after years of questioning what he was taught.
- They met an atheist at the debate club and continued the conversation afterward.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse atheist (a person without belief in gods) with agnostic (a person who is unsure whether gods exist).
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