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separatism

se·pa·ra·tism

US/ˈsɛpɜrʌˌtɪzʌm/ uncommon

noun

1.

a social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups

Synonyms
2.

a disposition toward schism and secession from a larger group; the principles and practices of separatists

  • “separatism is a serious problem in Quebec”
  • “demands for some form of separatism on grounds of religion have been perceived as a threat to mainstream education”

Origin

From separate + -ism.

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