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iconoclast

UK/ai'kɒnәklæst/US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

A person who challenges or attacks cherished beliefs and traditions; historically, one who destroys religious images.

打破旧习者,反传统者;反对偶像崇拜者

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
iconoroot
+
clastroot
=iconoclast

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The iconoclast challenged traditional business practices and revolutionized the entire industry.

  • 2.

    As an iconoclast, he questioned every established norm and proposed radical alternatives.

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