non-Catholic

noun

non-Cath·​o·​lic ˌnän-ˈkath-lik 

-ˈka-thə-

: a person who is not a Catholic

services attended by both Catholics and non-Catholics

non-Catholic adjective

non-Catholic churches/clergy

Examples of non-Catholic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Most Spanish adults, 80%, were raised Catholic but only 47% currently identify as such, including a meager 2% who joined the faith from non-Catholic upbringings, according to a Pew Research Center survey conducted in 2024. — ABC News, 1 June 2026

Growing up, my family used a different (non-Catholic) last name when visiting with Protestant relatives during ‘the troubles’ in Northern Ireland. — Diane Brady, Fortune, 27 Apr. 2026

The moment gained traction online well beyond its original context, racking up millions of views and pulling in both Catholic and non-Catholic audiences alike. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026

The clip attracted both Catholic and non-Catholic audiences, suggesting the appeal goes well beyond religious interest. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1650, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for non-Catholic

• catholic