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sectarianism

American  
[sek-tair-ee-uh-niz-uhm] / sɛkˈtɛər i əˌnɪz əm /

noun

  1. sectarian spirit or tendencies; excessive devotion to a particular sect, especially in religion.


Etymology

Origin of sectarianism

First recorded in 1810–20; sectarian + -ism

Example Sentences

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One of the placards read "Tolerance, Coexistence is a practice not just slogan. #Free Hassan Mushaima #Free Political Prisoners #End Sectarianism".

From Reuters • Nov. 5, 2022

Sectarianism proved to be much deeper than he’d appreciated.

From Slate • May 22, 2017

Sectarianism wasn’t as prominent an issue three decades ago.

From Slate • Jan. 6, 2016

Sectarianism in Scottish football may also feature in the talks.

From BBC • May 31, 2011

Sectarianism and Vanity Fair are but common forms of self-worship, in which every one is keeping up appearances, and is so intent upon that exercise that all thought of reality has vanished.

From Among Famous Books by Kelman, John

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