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pagan Antonyms

Opposite of pagan

Because the opposite of pagan shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A person holding religious beliefs other than those of the main or recognized world religions, historically referring to an adherent of ancient polytheism in the Greco-Roman world.

Usage Example

"Early Christian missionaries traveled across northern Europe hoping to convert the local pagans."

Strong
monotheist
believer

• adjective (Context 2)

Relating to, characteristic of, or holding religious beliefs other than those of the main world religions, especially ancient polytheistic or nature-worshipping traditions.

Usage Example

"Many winter holiday traditions have roots in ancient monotheistic festivals celebrating the solstice."

Strong
monotheistic
orthodox

Similar words to pagan

Words similar to pagan shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

neopagan
heathen
polytheist
polytheistic
idolater
idolatrous
infidel
pantheist
See all synonyms of pagan

• Nearby Words

paektu
paella
paeonia
pagan
paganism
page
pageant

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Pagan. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/pagan
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