SEPARATISM
Scrabble letter values: S1E1P3A1R1A1T1I1S1M3 = 14
Definition
- noun a social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups. — synonyms: segregation
- noun a disposition toward schism and secession from a larger group.
- noun advocacy of a policy of strict separation of church and state. — synonyms: separationism
Examples
- “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”