One word substitution: a person who does not believe in the existence of God.
Correct answer: B. atheist
- A. agnostic
- B. atheist
- C. theist
- D. sceptic
Explanation
An atheist denies the existence of God, while an agnostic holds that it cannot be known either way, which is the distinction the question is testing. A theist believes in God, and a sceptic doubts claims in general rather than religious ones specifically. The a prefix meaning without appears in many such words.
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