Select single word for a given phrase/sentence: One who deserts his religion?
Question and options
Select single word for a given phrase/sentence: One who deserts his religion?
- Deserter
- Turncoat
- Fanatic
- Apostate
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D - Apostate
An apostate is one who abandons his religion. A deserter leaves duty/army; a turncoat switches party or side; a fanatic is an extremist.
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