nonbeliever

American  

[non-bi-lee-ver] / ˌnɒn bɪˈli vər /

noun

1. a person who lacks belief or faith, as in God, a religion, an idea, or an undertaking.

   Synonyms:

   cynic, questioner, skeptic, doubter

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nonbeliever British  

/ ˌnɒnbɪˈliːvə /

noun

1. a person who does not believe, esp in God and religion

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Other Word Forms

• nonbelieving
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of nonbeliever

non- + believer ( def. )

Example Sentences

Although he’s been questioning religion since he was 10 years old, he thinks that over time his status as a nonbeliever became too much of a barrier for some members of that group.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 30, 2023

And then there’s Victor, who is a nonbeliever.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 5, 2023

“Despite being an atheist or a nonbeliever, he’s the most pious and religious character in the show,” Baltz said.

From New York Times • Jul. 16, 2023

A nonbeliever, he didn’t feel comfortable discussing his beliefs with people outside the house, she said.

From Washington Post • Jul. 17, 2022

We pray for my grandfather ask God to spare him even though he's a nonbeliever.

From "Brown Girl Dreaming" by Jacqueline Woodson