kafir

/ˈkɑːfɪr/ or /ˈkæfɪr/

Definitions

1. noun

A Muslim who does not believe in Islam or reject it; an infidel, heretic, or unbeliever.

“The kafir was accused of speaking negatively about the prophet Muhammad.”

2. noun

A non-Muslim, especially in Arabic-speaking countries.

“In the Muslim country, the kafir was treated poorly and was not allowed to practice his own religion.”

3. noun

A person who does not believe in or reject the principles of Islam, often used in a derogatory manner.

“The extremist group used the term kafir to describe anyone who opposed their views.”

Synonyms

  • heathen
  • heretic
  • infidel
  • non-Muslim
  • unbeliever

Antonyms

  • Muslim
  • believer
  • believer in Islam