denominationalism

[ dih-nom-uh-ney-shuh-nl-iz-uhm ]

noun

1. denominational or sectarian spirit or policy; the tendency to divide into denominations or sects.

denominationalism

/ dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃənəˌlɪzəm /

noun

1. adherence to particular principles, esp to the tenets of a religious denomination; sectarianism
2. the tendency to divide or cause to divide into sects or denominations
3. division into denominations

Derived Forms

• deˌnomiˈnationalist, nounadjective

Other Words From

• de·nomi·nation·al·ist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of denominationalism¹

First recorded in 1850–55; denominational + -ism

Example Sentences

The days of the old-time denominationalism are about played out.

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But the real religious leader who loves boys will not be balked by the pettiness and inability of denominationalism.

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At no time in his life did he plead for a sectarian denominationalism based on creed, or mere doctrinal platform.

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Nor did the idea of denominationalism ever enter the minds of the people.

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Why should such a one devote his power to mere denominationalism?

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