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- [sek-shuh-nl-iz-uh m]
- /ˈsɛk ʃə nlˌɪz əm/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [sek-shuh-nl-iz-uh m]
- /ˈsɛk ʃə nlˌɪz əm/
Definitions of sectionalism word
- noun sectionalism excessive regard for sectional or local interests; regional or local spirit, prejudice, etc. 1
- noun sectionalism excessive or narrow-minded concern for local or regional interests as opposed to the interests of the whole 0
- noun sectionalism narrow-minded concern for or devotion to the interests of one section of a country; sectional spirit, bias, etc. 0
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Origin of sectionalism
First appearance:
before 1850 One of the 32% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1850-55; sectional + -ism
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Parts of speech for Sectionalism
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sectionalism popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 54% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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