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schism
[siz-uhm, skiz-]
noun
division or disunion, especially into mutually opposed parties.
the parties so formed.
Ecclesiastical.
a formal division within, or separation from, a church or religious body over some doctrinal difference.
the state of a sect or body formed by such division.
the offense of causing or seeking to cause such a division.
schism
/ ˈsɪz-, ˈskɪzəm /
noun
the division of a group into opposing factions
the factions so formed
division within or separation from an established Church, esp the Roman Catholic Church, not necessarily involving differences in doctrine
schism
A break within a church, such as the division between the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholic Church.
Other Word Forms
- schismless adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of schism1
Word History and Origins
Origin of schism1
Example Sentences
Already, there are hints of the coming schism.
But some of the original accusations were propagated by state media and bots associated with the Ministry of Defense, hinting at a schism within the party.
The brazen nature of Drakeo’s slaying and the widespread rumors tying some of the biggest names in L.A. hip-hop to the plot, has created a schism that divides the community to this day.
It continued with the Munich Security Conference and a schism between Europe and America.
The schism forced them to leave the pub and left them homeless and out of work.
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