sectarian

[sekˈteəriən]

sectarian Definition

• 1. relating to sects or sectaries
• 2. adhering or confined to the dogmatic limits of a sect or denomination
• 3. narrow-minded; parochial

Using sectarian: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sectarian" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The country has been torn apart by sectarian violence.

• Example

  His sectarian views made him unpopular with many people.

• Example

  The school had a sectarian policy that discriminated against non-Christian students.

sectarian Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sectarian

• denominational
• bigoted
• biased
• prejudiced
• sect-based

Antonyms for sectarian

• ecumenical
• unbiased
• tolerant

Phrases with sectarian

• sectarian conflict

  a violent or hostile situation between different religious or political groups

  Example

  The region has been plagued by sectarian conflict for decades.

• sectarian divide

  a separation or division between different religious or political groups

  Example

  The sectarian divide in the country has deepened over the years.

• sectarian tensions

  a feeling of hostility or disagreement between different religious or political groups

  Example

  The sectarian tensions in the city have been rising in recent weeks.

Origins of sectarian

from Latin 'sectarius', meaning 'follower of a sect'

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Summary: sectarian in Brief

The term 'sectarian' [sekˈteəriən] refers to something related to sects or sectaries, often with a narrow-minded or dogmatic connotation. It can describe a person's views, policies, or conflicts, as in 'His sectarian views made him unpopular with many people.' The term extends into phrases like 'sectarian conflict,' and denotes a separation or division between different religious or political groups.