agnostic

adjective

Pronunciation: /æɡˈnɒstɪk/

Definition

Holding the belief that the existence of God or the divine is unknown or inherently unknowable.

Examples

• He describes himself as an agnostic rather than an atheist.

• The philosophical debate often centers on agnostic views regarding metaphysical truths.

• Many people in the survey identified as agnostic, expressing uncertainty about religious claims.

Synonyms of agnostic

Words with a similar meaning to agnostic:

• unsure
• skeptical
• undecided
• noncommittal

Antonyms of agnostic

Words with the opposite meaning to agnostic:

• believer
• atheist

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