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heretic

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Noun — A person whose beliefs conflict with the official teachings of their religion.

Etymology

From Ancient Greek hairetikós ("able to choose"), via Old French eretique.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “heretic” mean?

The word “heretic” means a person whose beliefs conflict with the official teachings of their religion. In plain terms, someone who holds beliefs that go against accepted religious or mainstream views.

How do you pronounce “heretic”?

“Heretic” is pronounced HEH-rih-tihk (/ˈhɛɹɪtɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “heretic” in a sentence?

Here is “heretic” used in a sentence: “In medieval Europe, accused heretics could face severe punishment.”

What is another word for “heretic”?

Words with a similar meaning to “heretic” include dissident, nonconformist, sectarian, separatist and withersake.

What part of speech is “heretic”?

“Heretic” is a noun.

Where does the word “heretic” come from?

The word “heretic” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek hairetikós ("able to choose"), via Old French eretique.

How many meanings does “heretic” have?

“Heretic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person whose beliefs conflict with the official teachings of their religion.

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