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Agnostic (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Of or pertaining to an agnostic or agnosticism.

Classification

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Examples

  • She held an agnostic worldview, neither confirming nor denying the existence of a higher power.
  • The agnostic philosopher argued that we can never truly know whether God exists or not.
  • His agnostic views on the afterlife led him to focus on the present rather than the hereafter.
  • Agnostic principles guide her scientific research, as she seeks evidence-based answers to life's big questions.
  • The professor taught an agnostic approach to the study of comparative religion, avoiding assumptions or biases.

Related Words

  • Agnosticism (noun)
  • Agnostic (noun)

Meaning 2

Uncertain of all claims to knowledge.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • She was an agnostic about the existence of extraterrestrial life, neither believing nor disbelieving the various claims.
  • His agnostic stance on the nature of consciousness made him a sought-after moderator for debates on the topic.
  • The philosopher's agnostic views on the limits of human knowledge were influential in shaping the field of epistemology.
  • As an agnostic, she approached all claims of paranormal activity with a healthy dose of skepticism and a willingness to consider alternative explanations.
  • The scientist's agnostic approach to the data allowed her to remain open to different interpretations and avoid jumping to conclusions.

Synonyms

  • Agnostical

Antonyms

  • Gnostic
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