infidel
9 synonyms and 1 antonym for infidel, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who does not believe in a particular religion, especially as viewed by believers of that religion.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
From Latin infidelis, "unfaithful," from in- ("not") plus fidelis ("faithful") — related to fidelity.
Full origin of infidel →Frequently asked questions
What does “infidel” mean?
The word “infidel” means a person who does not believe in a particular religion, especially as viewed by believers of that religion. In plain terms, an unbeliever, from the point of view of a particular religion.
How do you pronounce “infidel”?
“Infidel” is pronounced IHN-fuh-dl (/ˈɪn.fə.dl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “infidel” in a sentence?
Here is “infidel” used in a sentence: “Medieval crusaders used "infidel" to describe anyone outside their own faith.”
What is another word for “infidel”?
Words with a similar meaning to “infidel” include unbeliever, nonbeliever, non-believer, disbeliever, kafir and akum.
What part of speech is “infidel”?
Depending on how it is used, “infidel” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “infidel” come from?
The word “infidel” comes from Latin. From Latin infidelis, "unfaithful," from in- ("not") plus fidelis ("faithful") — related to fidelity.
How many meanings does “infidel” have?
“Infidel” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who does not believe in a particular religion, especially as viewed by believers of that religion.
