Creationist
(noun)
- A person who believes that the universe and life on Earth have been created by a supernatural being or beings.
- A person who advocates or supports the doctrine of creationism.
Origin:
From the late 19th century. from creation + -ist.
Examples:
- The creationist argued that the complexity of living organisms could not have evolved through natural processes.
- The biology teacher's lesson was interrupted by a creationist who insisted that evolution was just a theory.
- Many creationists believe that the universe is only a few thousand years old.
- Some scientists argue that creationism is not a scientific theory, but a religious one.
- The creationist museum in Kentucky features exhibits depicting the biblical account of the creation of the world.