apostate — a person who renounces a religious or political belief or principle
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who renounces a religious or political belief or principle
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈpɑːsteɪt/
Example Sentences
- The former priest was considered an apostate by his old congregation after he opened a barbecue restaurant.
- Political apostates often find themselves without allies on either side.
- She was labeled an apostate for switching from veganism to competitive hot dog eating.
apostate
NOUN[/əˈpɑːsteɪt/]
a person who renounces a religious or political belief or principle
The apostate monk removes his robes and walks away from the monastery forever.
The candidate makes his ultimate choice as an apostate!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Late Latin apostata, derived from Greek apostates (one who stands away or abandons), from apoistanai (to stand away from, abandon), composed of apo- (away) and histanai (to stand).
Breakdown
apo- (away, off) + -stasis (standing, position) + -ate (noun suffix) = apostate (one who stands away from their faith or principles)
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📝Examples
“The former priest was considered an apostate by his old congregation after he opened a barbecue restaurant.”
“Political apostates often find themselves without allies on either side.”
“She was labeled an apostate for switching from veganism to competitive hot dog eating.”
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