freethinker
1 of 1noun/ˈfriˌθɪŋkər/
Forms:freethinkers
1
someone who has their own opinions, ideas, and beliefs rather than accepting other people's, especially about religion or politics
- In an age of conformity, she proudly identified as a freethinker, always striving to think for herself.
- As a political freethinker, he often disagreed with both major parties and sought independent solutions.
- Despite growing up in a religious community, he became a freethinker, developing his own spiritual beliefs.
- The freethinker challenged societal norms, advocating for a more open-minded and progressive approach.
- As a freethinker, she never followed the crowd and always questioned traditional beliefs.