nonconformist — a person who does not conform to prevailing ideas or practices in their behavior or views
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who does not conform to prevailing ideas or practices in their behavior or views
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌnɑnkənˈfɔrmɪst/
Example Sentences
- The school's dress code couldn't contain this nonconformist who showed up in a rainbow tutu.
- Steve Jobs was known as a nonconformist who revolutionized the tech industry.
- Her nonconformist approach to cooking involved putting pineapple on everything, even ice cream.
nonconformist
NOUN[/ˌnɑnkənˈfɔrmɪst/]
a person who does not conform to prevailing ideas or practices in their behavior or views
In a sea of gray suits, one nonconformist wears bright orange and smiles.
The nonconformist challenges both the economist and reformist!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From English 'non-' (not) + 'conform' (to comply with rules or standards) + '-ist' (person who practices). Originally used in 17th-century England to describe religious groups who refused to follow the practices of the established Church of England.
Breakdown
non- (not/without) + conform (to comply with established practices) + -ist (person who practices or believes in something)
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📝Examples
“The school's dress code couldn't contain this nonconformist who showed up in a rainbow tutu.”
“Steve Jobs was known as a nonconformist who revolutionized the tech industry.”
“Her nonconformist approach to cooking involved putting pineapple on everything, even ice cream.”
“The nonconformist refused to follow social media trends and still uses a flip phone.”
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