Definition

A person who supports the idea that all religions or beliefs are equally valid and should be treated the same.

Example

As an indifferentist, she believed that no single religion held the ultimate truth over others.

Conversation

I met someone who called themselves an indifferentist during the debate last night.

Really? What did they mean by that?

They said they believe all beliefs are equally valid, which was interesting.

That’s a unique perspective, but I wonder how they handle disagreements.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Indifferentist → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "different" (from Latin "differens", meaning differing or distinct) and the suffix "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). The word refers to a person who is not concerned with differences or distinctions, particularly in a philosophical or religious context.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'not' ('in-') concerned about 'differences' — that's what an indifferentist is.

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