agnostic

/ˈæɡ.nɪ.stɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who holds that claims of knowledge about the existence or non-existence of God are impossible to prove or disprove.

“He described himself as an agnostic, unsure about the existence of a higher power.”

2. adjective

Lacking knowledge or certainty about something, especially a matter of faith or philosophy.

“The agnostic approach to the question of God’s existence left many with unanswered questions.”

Synonyms

  • nonbeliever
  • skeptic

Antonyms

  • atheist
  • believer