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sectarianism

 

[ ˌsekˈte(ə)riəˌnɪzəm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious

Sectarianism refers to the excessive attachment to a particular sect, party, or denomination, often resulting in prejudice, discrimination, or hostility towards those outside of the group. It can manifest in various forms, including social, political, and religious divisions.

Synonyms

sectarian bigotry, sectarian discrimination, sectarian prejudice.

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Word Description / Examples
sectarianism

Used to describe strong support for a particular religious or political group, often leading to conflict or division.

  • The rise in sectarianism has caused tensions to escalate in the region.
  • Efforts to promote peace often struggle against ingrained sectarianism.
sectarian bigotry

Used when referring to extreme intolerance and irrational hatred towards someone from another religious or political group. This term carries a negative connotation.

  • His views are filled with sectarian bigotry, making it hard for him to work in a diverse team.
  • Sectarian bigotry has no place in a just society.
sectarian prejudice

Describes a preconceived opinion or judgment, often negative and not based on reason or actual experience, against people of a different religious or political group.

  • Sectarian prejudice can often be seen in how people react to interfaith marriages.
  • Overcoming sectarian prejudice requires education and open dialogue.
sectarian discrimination

Used to talk about unfair treatment of people based on their religious or political beliefs. It highlights actions and practices that disadvantage a group.

  • The company was accused of sectarian discrimination in its hiring practices.
  • Laws need to be enforced to combat sectarian discrimination in schools.

Examples of usage

  • Sectarianism in Northern Ireland has led to decades of conflict between Catholics and Protestants.
  • The rise of sectarianism in the region has deep historical roots.
  • His sectarian views prevent him from seeing the value in other perspectives.
  • The government condemned the sectarian violence that erupted in the city.
  • Many conflicts throughout history have been fueled by sectarianism.

Translations

Translations of the word "sectarianism" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sectarismo

🇮🇳 संप्रदायवाद

🇩🇪 Sektiererei

🇮🇩 sektarianisme

🇺🇦 сектантство

🇵🇱 sekciarz

🇯🇵 宗派主義 (しゅうはしゅぎ)

🇫🇷 sectarisme

🇪🇸 sectarismo

🇹🇷 mezhepçilik

🇰🇷 종파주의 (jongpajuyi)

🇸🇦 الطائفية

🇨🇿 sektářství

🇸🇰 sektárstvo

🇨🇳 宗派主义 (zōngpài zhǔyì)

🇸🇮 sektarizem

🇮🇸 flokkskapar

🇰🇿 сектанттық

🇬🇪 სექტარიზმი (sektarizmi)

🇦🇿 sektantizm

🇲🇽 sectarismo

Etymology

The term 'sectarianism' originated in the 19th century and was initially used to describe divisions within religious sects. Over time, it evolved to encompass broader prejudices and hostilities based on sectarian affiliations. The concept has been prevalent in various regions and has often been a source of conflict and division. Understanding and addressing sectarianism is crucial for promoting tolerance and unity in diverse societies.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,012, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.