nonconformist

Meanings

• noun

  A person who refuses to conform or adhere to a particular doctrine, theory, or religious, political, or social tradition.

• noun

  A person who resists or defies authority or convention.

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Synonyms

free spirit , heteroclite , individualist

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with nonconformist
conformist , deformist , transformist

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Variants

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nonconformist , nonconformists

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Etymology

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Late Middle English: from non- (not) + conform (to), from form (shape, model)

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Trivia

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1. The term 'nonconformist' was originally used to describe members of Protestant denominations who did not conform to the Church of England's doctrine and practices.

2. In the context of mathematics, a nonconformist matrix is a matrix that does not conform to the standard properties of a matrix.

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Related Concepts

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1. dissident: A person who opposes or publicly resists their government or ruler and their policies.

2. heretic: A person who holds religious beliefs contrary to those of their church or sect.

3. rebel: A person who rises in rebellion against an authority or government.

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Culture

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In literature and art, nonconformists are often depicted as rebels, outcasts, or visionaries who challenge societal norms. In music, nonconformist artists may experiment with unconventional styles or themes.

How to Memorize "nonconformist"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person standing alone, defying the crowd and their traditions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the image of a person wearing a beret and painting outside the lines.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Non-conform to form' to memorize the word.

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