Definition

A person who does not attend church regularly or at all.

Example

As a nonchurchgoer, she often spent her Sundays exploring nature instead of attending services.

Conversation

Do you think being a nonchurchgoer affects how people see you?

I don't think so; everyone has their own beliefs.

That's true, but sometimes I feel like people judge nonchurchgoers unfairly.

Yeah, it's all about understanding each other, really.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonchurchgoer → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "churchgoer" (from "church" (from Old English *cirice*, meaning a place of worship) and "goer" (meaning a person who goes)). The term describes a person who does not go to church.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'churchgoer' referring to someone who goes to church. So, a nonchurchgoer is simply someone who does not go to church.

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