nonconformist
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kənˈfɔr noun
1.
a person who refuses to conform, as to established customs, attitudes, or ideas.
2.
( often initial capital letter ) a Protestant in England who is not a member of the Church of England; dissenter.
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nonconformist (ˌnɒnkənˈfɔːmɪst) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a person who does not conform to generally accepted patterns of behaviour or thought |
| —adj | |
| 2. | of or characterized by behaviour that does not conform to generally accepted patterns |
| noncon'formism | |
| —n | |
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| Nonconformist (ˌnɒnkənˈfɔːmɪst) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a member of a Protestant denomination that dissents from an Established Church, esp the Church of England |
| —adj | |
| 2. | of, relating to, or denoting Nonconformists |
| Noncon'formity | |
| —n | |
| Noncon'formism | |
| —n | |
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Example sentences
She shared his nonconformist beliefs, managed the meager household finances and sustained an unwavering faith in his brilliance.
Paige is introverted and serious, a nonconformist who never quite fit into any group.
The place is filled with colorful artists and other nonconformist types.
Several members said they found this nonconformist aura a refreshing change.
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