Sectionalism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Sectionalism is a noun meaning Promoting the good of one division, department or subgroup over that of the whole.
Meaning
Promoting the good of one division, department or subgroup over that of the whole.
More Meanings
- (politics) Promoting the good of one region over that of the nation.
Example Sentences
Sectionalism is tearing the country apart. Everyone wants the other regions to do the work and pay the taxes while they reap the benefits.
Word Forms
- sectionalisms
Synonyms for sectionalism
Depending on context, synonyms include provincialism, localism.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include provincialism, localism, sectionalist, divisionism, segregationalism, factionalism.
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