atheist

This term describes a specific stance of disbelief or lack of belief in deities. It is often used as a self-identifier for individuals who consciously reject theistic claims, though it can be used descriptively by others to categorize a person's philosophical position. While often contrasted with theism, it differs from agnosticism, which focuses on the impossibility of knowing whether a god exists. The adjective form is typically used to describe ideologies, arguments, or perspectives that operate without the assumption of divine intervention.