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freethinker
noun free·think·er \-ˈthiŋ-kər\
: a person who forms his or her own opinions about important subjects (such as religion and politics) instead of accepting what other people say
Full Definition of FREETHINKER
: one who forms opinions on the basis of reason independently of authority; especially : one who doubts or denies religious dogma
— free·think·ing \-kiŋ\ noun or adjective
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1692
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