What is another word for anticlerical?

Pronunciation: [ˌantɪklˈɛɹɪkə͡l] (IPA)

The term "anticlerical" refers to a sentiment that opposes the influence of religious representatives or institutions within secular society. Other words that convey this same sentiment include "atheistic," "secular," "nonreligious," "unbelieving," "godless," or "irreligious." These words describe a perspective that favors logic and reason over faith or dogma, and can often be associated with political movements or social attitudes. Some may use phrases such as "anti-church" or "non-theistic" to communicate their stance against religious authority. Regardless of the terminology used, the underlying sentiment reflects a desire to promote critical thinking and individual autonomy over traditional patterns of obedience or conformity to religious institutions.

What are the hypernyms for Anticlerical?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Anticlerical

Lamborelle lost a post under government through his anticlerical views, and is one of the council of the Belgian Freethought party.
"A Biographical Dictionary of Freethinkers of All Ages and Nations"
Joseph Mazzini Wheeler
Was secretary for Spain at the anticlerical Congress at Rome in '85, and in '89 at Paris.
"A Biographical Dictionary of Freethinkers of All Ages and Nations"
Joseph Mazzini Wheeler
Unlike many nations of Spanish America in which a more or less anticlerical regime was in the ascendant, Ecuador fell under a sort of theocracy.
"The Hispanic Nations of the New World Volume 50 in The Chronicles Of America Series"
William R. Shepherd

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