Pronunciation: /əˈpɑːsteɪt/
noun a person who renounces a religious or political belief or principle
A1 An apostate is someone who has abandoned their religious beliefs.
A2 The community shunned the apostate for renouncing their faith.
B1 The apostate was excommunicated from the church for their beliefs.
B2 The apostate's family disowned them after they left the religion.
C1 The apostate's actions sparked a debate among scholars about religious freedom.
C2 The apostate's memoir detailed their journey from devout follower to skeptic.
adjective pertaining to or characteristic of an apostate
A1 She was shocked to discover that her once loyal friend had become an apostate.
A2 The apostate group was quickly losing followers as their beliefs became more extreme.
B1 The apostate politician faced backlash from his former supporters for changing his stance on important issues.
B2 The apostate sect was known for its radical views that went against mainstream religious teachings.
C1 The apostate scientist was ostracized by the academic community for challenging long-held theories.
C2 The apostate leader's actions led to a schism within the organization, causing chaos and division among members.
formal The apostate was excommunicated from the church for renouncing their faith.
informal I heard Sarah was labeled an apostate for leaving the religious group.
slang Don't trust him, he's a total apostate when it comes to sticking to his word.
figurative In the world of politics, switching parties can brand you as an apostate among your former colleagues.
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