Definition

A person who does not believe in a particular religion or who rejects a specific religious doctrine.

Example

In some cultures, being labeled an infidel can lead to serious consequences.

Conversation

I was reading about different beliefs, and it got me thinking about how people label each other as infidels.

Yeah, it’s interesting how that term can be so offensive to some people.

Exactly! It makes me wonder how we can better understand those who might be considered infidels.

I think open conversations can help bridge those gaps and reduce misunderstandings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infidel is derived from "in-" (meaning not) and "fidelis" (from Latin, meaning faithful). The term originally referred to someone who is not faithful, particularly in a religious context, indicating a person who does not believe in the prevailing faith or religion.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'faithful' ('fidelis') to remember that an infidel is someone who is not faithful to a particular belief or religion.

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