denominationalism
Americannoun
noun
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adherence to particular principles, esp to the tenets of a religious denomination; sectarianism
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the tendency to divide or cause to divide into sects or denominations
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division into denominations
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of denominationalism
First recorded in 1850–55; denominational + -ism
Example Sentences
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Denominationalism in the U. S. is accustomed to justify itself by the thought that Truth appears to man in many different forms.
From Time Magazine Archive
Denominationalism, as advocated by Philip Schaff and many Unionists, defends this condition.
From American Lutheranism Volume 1: Early History of American Lutheranism and The Tennessee Synod by Bente, F. (Friedrich)
Denominationalism and sectarianism had waned, too; all of these performers seemed very much alike, in that they were vigorous, forthright, inspiring champions of the status quo.
From This Crowded Earth by Bloch, Robert
Denominationalism will bore him, but the vital element of religion, brotherly love and helping the other fellow, will attract him, wherever he finds it.
From Three Times and Out by McClung, Nellie L.
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