heathen Antonyms
Opposite of heathen
• noun (Context 1)
A person who does not belong to a widely held religion (especially one who is not a Christian, Jew, or Muslim) as regarded by those who do.
"Medieval chroniclers frequently referred to the polytheistic tribes along their borders as heathens."
• noun (Context 2)
An unenlightened, uncouth, or uncultured person who lacks manners or moral principles (often used humorously).
"He called his friends heathens for drinking fine espresso out of paper cups."
• adjective (Context 3)
Relating to a heathen or heathens, especially concerning polytheistic or non-Abrahamic religious traditions.
"The ancient monument was originally built as a site for godly worship before being converted into a chapel."
• adjective (Context 4)
Strange, uncivilized, or lacking moral and cultural refinement.
"She jokingly scolded her roommates for their civilized table manners during dinner."
Similar words to heathen
Words similar to heathen shift depending on context. Common synonyms include: