1. people who do not follow accepted beliefs, customs, or practices
Usage: plural form
2. members of Protestant churches that do not conform to the Church of England
Usage: historical; British

Examples

• The school attracted many nonconformers who didn’t fit in at traditional institutions.
• Artists are often nonconformers who challenge social expectations.
• The company valued nonconformers who brought fresh perspectives to meetings.
• Historical nonconformers like Baptists and Methodists faced persecution in England.
• She admired the nonconformers who refused to follow the crowd.
• The movement was led by nonconformers seeking religious freedom.