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separatism - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'separatism' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Separatism [ n.]
- The character or act of a separatist; disposition to withdraw from a church; the practice of so withdrawing.

Meaning of 'separatism' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . separatism [ n]
Meaning (1):
- a disposition toward schism and secession from a larger group; the principles and practices of separatists
Example in sentence:
  • demands for some form of separatism on grounds of religion have been perceived as a threat to mainstream education;
  • separatism is a serious problem in Quebec