Schism: meaning, definitions and examples

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schism

 

[ หˆskษชzษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious

A split or division between strongly opposed sections or parties, caused by differences in opinion or belief.

Synonyms

division, rift, separation, split

Examples of usage

  • The schism between the Eastern and Western churches in the 11th century had long-lasting consequences.
  • The schism within the political party led to internal conflicts and a loss of unity.
  • The schism in the community resulted in bitter disputes and broken relationships.
Context #2 | Noun

general

A formal division in or separation from a church or religious body.

Synonyms

breakaway, division, separation, split

Examples of usage

  • The schism of the church led to the formation of two separate denominations.
  • The schism within the congregation caused a significant upheaval in the religious community.

Translations

Translations of the word "schism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cisma

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคญเคพเคœเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Spaltung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ skisma

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะทะบะพะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ schizma

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅˆ†่ฃ‚

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท schisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cisma

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bรถlรผnme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ„์—ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู†ู‚ุณุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ schizma

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ schizma

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ†่ฃ‚

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ razkol

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ klofning

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑำฉะปั–ะฝัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒฎแƒšแƒ”แƒฉแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ayrฤฑlma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cisma

Word origin

The word 'schism' originated from the Greek word 'schisma', meaning a cleft or division. It has been used in religious contexts to describe splits within churches or religious groups. The concept of schism has been prevalent throughout history, often leading to significant conflicts and changes within religious institutions. The term has also been adapted to describe divisions or separations in other areas, highlighting the fundamental nature of differences that can result in schisms.

See also: schismatic.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,466, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.