sectarianism Meaning & Definition
What Does Sectarianism Mean?
As a noun, sectarianism means Rigid adherence to a particular sect, denomination, ideology, or party. It can also mean A political system in which power is shared among religious sects based on a constitutional formula distributing public offices among these sects.
Word Facts for Sectarianism
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /sɛkˈtɛɹ.i.ən.ɪz.əm/ |
| Syllables | 6 |
| Synonyms | denominationalism |
| Plural | sectarianisms |
Sectarianism Definition (Noun)
- Rigid adherence to a particular sect, denomination, ideology, or party.
They were discussing sectarianism between Shias and Sunnis.
- A political system in which power is shared among religious sects based on a constitutional formula distributing public offices among these sects.
In Lebanese sectarianism, one half of the members of parliament are Christians and the other half are Muslims.
Synonyms of Sectarianism
Sectarianism synonyms and antonyms →Sectarianism in a Sentence
They were discussing sectarianism between Shias and Sunnis.
In Lebanese sectarianism, one half of the members of parliament are Christians and the other half are Muslims.
Word Forms & Grammar
sectarianism (countable and uncountable, plural sectarianisms)
Words That Rhyme With Sectarianism
Origin of Sectarianism
From sectarian + -ism.
How to Pronounce Sectarianism
You say sectarianism as /sɛkˈtɛɹ.i.ən.ɪz.əm/. It has 6 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (tɛɹ).
Frequently Asked Questions About Sectarianism
What part of speech is sectarianism?
Sectarianism is a noun.
What is another word for sectarianism?
Close synonyms of sectarianism are denominationalism. See the full list of sectarianism synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of sectarianism?
The plural of sectarianism is sectarianisms.