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separatism (n.)

1620s, from separate + -ism. First used in a denominational religious sense; from 1866 in a political sense.

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Definitions of separatism from WordNet

separatism (n.)
a social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups;
Synonyms: segregation
separatism (n.)
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
separatism (n.)
advocacy of a policy of strict separation of church and state;
Synonyms: separationism
From wordnet.princeton.edu

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