Meaning of atheist in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions
  3. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈeɪθiəst/

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  1. Noun

    atheist

    Definitions

    1. someone who denies the existence of god

  2. Qualitative Adjective

    atheist

    Definitions

    1. related to or characterized by or given to atheism

    Examples

    • « atheist leanings »

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