sectarian

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to a particular sect or religious denomination.

  - "The sectarian conflict in the Middle East has caused immense suffering."
  - "Despite their sectarian differences, the two communities came together to celebrate their shared culture."

• noun

  Belonging to or adhering to a particular sect or religious denomination.

  - "The sectarian leaders met to discuss their theological differences."
  - "He was born and raised a sectarian of the Catholic faith."

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Pronunciation

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2. /sɛkˈtɛɹi.ən/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1840081"

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Antonyms

nonsectarian

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with sectarian
deitarian , vegetarian

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Variants

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sectarian , sectarianism , sectarianisms , sectarians

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Etymology

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From the Latin word sectarius, meaning 'one who follows a sect'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'sectarian' was first used in English in the 16th century.

2. Sectarianism is not limited to religious conflicts, but can also occur in political, ethnic, or ideological contexts.

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Related Concepts

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1. denomination: A religious denomination is a distinct religious group within Christianity or another religion, characterized by its distinct beliefs, practices, and organization.

2. sect: A sect is a small group of people who follow a particular religious, political, or philosophical belief that is different from the larger society or dominant group.

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Culture

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The term 'sectarian' has been used historically to refer to conflicts and tensions between different religious or political groups, particularly in the context of Northern Ireland and the Middle East.

How to Memorize "sectarian"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a group of people gathered around a table, each representing a different religious sect or denomination. They are deep in conversation, discussing their beliefs and differences.
   - Visualize a map of Northern Ireland or the Middle East, highlighting the areas where sectarian conflicts have occurred.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'sectarian' with the word 'divisive', as in 'a divisive issue or a divisive figure'.
   - Associate the word 'sectarian' with the word 'tension', as in 'sectarian tensions between different groups'.
   - Associate the word 'sectarian' with the word 'conflict', as in 'sectarian conflict in Northern Ireland or the Middle East'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym SECT to remember the meaning of 'sectarian': 'S' for 'sect', 'E' for 'follows', 'C' for 'a particular', 'T' for 'theology' or 'tenets'

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