fideist

/ˈfaɪdɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who believes that faith is the only basis for knowledge or truth

“The philosopher was accused of being a fideist, rejecting all empirical evidence in favor of his deeply held convictions.”

2. noun

A person who is given to fideism, especially in philosophy

“The historian was a fideist, often relying on anecdotal evidence rather than rigorous historical research.”

Synonyms

  • believer
  • devout
  • faithist

Antonyms

  • atheist
  • skeptical