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The correct spelling is agnostic.

How to pronounce agnostic

/aɡˈnɒstɪk/
noun

IPA: /aɡˈnɒstɪk/

Say it like: Ano-sti-c

The correct spelling is agnostic. A person who holds to a form of agnosticism, especially uncertainty of the existence of a deity. For example: "His agnostic viewpoint is summarized in his book."

Usage Examples

His agnostic viewpoint is summarized in his book.

She left the church when she became agnostic.

The socket communications layer is agnostic with regard to its underlying transport mechanism -- it is “transport-agnostic”.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A person who holds to a form of agnosticism, especially uncertainty of the existence of a deity.

adjective

  1. 1.Of or relating to agnosticism or its adherents.
  2. 2.Doubtful or uncertain about the existence or demonstrability of God or other deity.
  3. 3.Of a software component etc.: unaware or noncommittal regarding the specific nature of the components or input with which it interacts.
  4. 4.(usually with a prepositional phrase) Having no firmly held opinions on an issue or matter of uncertainty.

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