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Synonyms & Similar Words
division
separation
split
rift
breach
fracture
break
cleavage
fissure
fragment
fragmentation
discord
disagreement
dispute
contention
strife
conflict
clash
divisionism
sectarianism
factionalism
fragmentation
polarization
dissension
rifts
splits
secession
segregation
isolation
Meaning of Schism
According to Merriam-Webster, a schism is a division or split, especially into mutually opposed parties, or a formal separation from a church or religious organization
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines schism as a division or separation, especially within a church or organization, resulting from a disagreement or conflict
- Cambridge Dictionary describes schism as a formal division or separation, especially within a church or organization
Example Uses
- The church experienced a major schism when a group of members disagreed with the leadership and formed their own congregation
- The political party faced a schism when a faction broke away to form a new party with a different ideology
- The community was divided by a schism between those who supported the development project and those who opposed it
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unity
harmony
agreement
cohesion
solidarity
concord
cooperation
collaboration
reconciliation
reunification
integration
amalgamation
fusion
merger
alliance
conciliation
rapprochement
reconciliation
accord
consensus