apostate

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈpɒsteɪt/

Definition

A person who renounces a religious or political belief or principle.

Examples

• The political party branded him an apostate for supporting the opposition's platform.

• He was treated as an apostate by his former colleagues after he published his critical memoir.

• Many historical figures were executed for being apostates during periods of strict religious intolerance.

Synonyms of apostate

Words with a similar meaning to apostate:

• defector
• deserter
• renegade
• heretic

Antonyms of apostate

Words with the opposite meaning to apostate:

• adherent
• devotee

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