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Schismatic

Definition

Part of speech: noun, adjective

Meaning: Someone who promotes division, especially within a religious group; characterized by division or separation.

Examples

Noun:

1. The schismatic was excommunicated for challenging the church's doctrines.

2. The religious leader urged his followers to remain united and not listen to the schismatics.

Adjective:

1. The schismatic group formed their own sect based on their disagreement with the main religious organization.

2. The schismatic ideas caused a rift among the members of the faith community.

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