backslider

/ˈbækˌslɪdər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who has abandoned or departed from a particular faith, practice, or moral standard; a person who has fallen back into a sinful or immoral behavior.

“The pastor warned the congregation about the dangers of backsliding and the importance of maintaining a strong spiritual connection.”

Synonyms

  • apostate
  • renegade

Antonyms

  • convert
  • reformed