A"the*ist, n. [Gr. without god; priv. + god: cf. F. ath'eiste.]

1.

One who disbelieves or denies the existence of a God, or supreme intelligent Being.

2.

A godless person.

[Obs.]

Syn. -- Infidel; unbeliever.

See Infidel.

 

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