sectarian

/sɛkˈtɛɹi.ən/

UK: /sɛkˈtɛəɹi.ən/

SƐKTƐɹI · ən (2 syllables)

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Definition

Of, relating to, or partial to a sect.

Etymology

From Medieval Latin sectarius + -an. Its corresponding etymology per the first sense is sect + -arian.

Example Sentences

  • "We were discussing solutions to the sectarian violence between Sunnis and Shias."
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