Agnostic
/æɡˈnɒstɪk/
Definitions
2 meaningsNot having a definite belief about the existence of God.
/æɡˈnɒstɪk/
Relating to or characterized by agnosticism.
She described herself as an agnostic.
💡 Simply: Unsure about God's existence.
More Examples
His agnostic stance on religion was respected.
How It's Used
"He held agnostic views on the existence of God."
"Many people today identify as agnostic."
A person who believes that it is impossible to know whether God exists.
/æɡˈnɒstɪk/
A person who does not have a definite belief about the existence of God.
He is an agnostic, neither believing nor disbelieving in God.
💡 Simply: Someone who is unsure about God.
More Examples
Many agnostics find comfort in philosophical inquiry.
How It's Used
"The survey revealed a growing number of agnostics."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
From Greek *agnostikos* "unknowing," from *a-* "not" + *gignoskein* "to know."
The term gained prominence in the 19th century with the rise of scientific skepticism.
Memory tip
A-gnostic: A (not) + gnostic (knowing)
Word Origin
"unknowing"