Associations to the word «Separatism»

SEPARATISM, noun. A theory or doctrine which supports a state of separation between organizations, institutions, or other societal groups (e.g. between church and state) or between different political jurisdictions (e.g. a country and its former colony).

SEPARATISM, noun. The practice of treating members of different societal groups in a politically, legally, or economically different manner.

SEPARATISM, noun. A social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups.

SEPARATISM, noun. 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, noun. Advocacy of a policy of strict separation of church and state.