creationist

/krɪˈeɪʃənɪst/; /ˈkrɪɛʃənɪst/; /kreɪʃənɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who believes in the creation of the world by a supernatural or divine power, especially a person who advocates a literal interpretation of the biblical account of creation.

“The creationist speaker argued that evolution is a flawed theory.”

2. adjective

Relating to or supporting the doctrine of creation, especially the creation of the world by a supernatural power.

“The creationist movement has gained significant traction in recent years.”

Synonyms

  • fundamentalist
  • literalist

Antonyms

  • evolutionist
  • secularist