English Dictionary
Definition of “sectarian”
sectarian (sɛkˈtɛərɪən
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Definitions
adjective
- of, belonging or relating to, or characteristic of sects or sectaries
- adhering to a particular sect, faction, or doctrine
- narrow-minded, esp as a result of rigid adherence to a particular sect
noun
- a member of a sect or faction, esp one who is bigoted in his adherence to its doctrines or in his intolerance towards other sects, etc
Alternative Forms
secˈtarianˌism noun
Synonyms
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narrow-minded,
partisan,
fanatic,
fanatical,
extremist,
limited,
exclusive,
rigid,
parochial,
factional,
bigoted,
dogmatic,
insular,
doctrinaire,
hidebound,
clannish,
cliquish,
Usage examples
) `Insofar as I am a member of the congregation, I'm against all this sectarian silliness, so I'm entirely with you there.
Barnard, Robert, The Disposal of the Living (1985)First, the magnitude of polarisation along sectarian lines is staggering.
India Today (2002)He said he thought leaders should not talk" in ways that sharpen sectarian conflict".
Irish Times (2002)The buffeting roars of sectarian hatred can dull the senses, betray the eyes.
Glasgow Herald (2001)No form of communication is as sectarian as music, although it simultaneously acknowledges universality.
Stewart, R J, Music and the Elemental Psyche: A Practical Guide to Music and Changing Consciousness (1987)
