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- [free-thing-ker]
- /ˈfriˈθɪŋ kər/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [free-thing-ker]
- /ˈfriˈθɪŋ kər/
Definitions of freethinking word
- noun freethinking a person who forms opinions on the basis of reason, independent of authority or tradition, especially a person whose religious opinions differ from established belief. 1
- noun freethinking The principles of a freethinker; free thought. 1
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Origin of freethinking
First appearance:
before 1685 One of the 48% oldest English words
First recorded in 1685-95; free + thinker
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Parts of speech for Freethinking
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adjective
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freethinking popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
freethinking usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for freethinking
noun freethinking
- nihilism — total rejection of established laws and institutions.
- infidelity — marital disloyalty; adultery.
- disbelief — the inability or refusal to believe or to accept something as true.
- unbelief — the state or quality of not believing; incredulity or skepticism, especially in matters of doctrine or religious faith.
- impiety — lack of piety; lack of reverence for God or sacred things; irreverence.
adj freethinking
- agnostic — An agnostic believes that it is not possible to know whether God exists or not. Compare atheist.
- atheistic — Atheistic means connected with or holding the belief that there is no God.
- iconoclastic — attacking or ignoring cherished beliefs and long-held traditions, etc., as being based on error, superstition, or lack of creativity: an iconoclastic architect whose buildings are like monumental sculptures.
- irreligious — not religious; not practicing a religion and feeling no religious impulses or emotions.
- skeptical — doubtful about a particular thing: My teacher thinks I can get a scholarship, but I'm skeptical.
adjective freethinking
- independent — not influenced or controlled by others in matters of opinion, conduct, etc.; thinking or acting for oneself: an independent thinker.
- enlightened — Having or showing a rational, modern, and well-informed outlook.
- unconventional — not conventional; not bound by or conforming to convention, rule, or precedent; free from conventionality: an unconventional artist; an unconventional use of material.
- rational — agreeable to reason; reasonable; sensible: a rational plan for economic development.
- individualistic — a person who shows great independence or individuality in thought or action.
Antonyms for freethinking
noun freethinking
- godliness — conforming to the laws and wishes of God; devout; pious.
- piety — reverence for God or devout fulfillment of religious obligations: a prayer full of piety.
- religion — a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe, especially when considered as the creation of a superhuman agency or agencies, usually involving devotional and ritual observances, and often containing a moral code governing the conduct of human affairs.
- belief — Belief is a feeling of certainty that something exists, is true, or is good.
- trust — reliance on the integrity, strength, ability, surety, etc., of a person or thing; confidence.
adj freethinking
- godly — conforming to the laws and wishes of God; devout; pious.
- religious — of, relating to, or concerned with religion: a religious holiday.
- orthodox — of, relating to, or conforming to the approved form of any doctrine, philosophy, ideology, etc.
- peaceful — characterized by peace; free from war, strife, commotion, violence, or disorder: a peaceful reign; a peaceful demonstration.
- obedient — obeying or willing to obey; complying with or submissive to authority: an obedient son.
adjective freethinking
- conformist — Someone who is conformist behaves or thinks like everyone else rather than doing things that are original.
- extrinsic — Not part of the essential nature of someone or something; coming or operating from outside.
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