schism

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Synonyms: scism, schist, chism

Antonyms: scism, schist, chism

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Noun

1. A [[split]] or [[separation]] within a group or organization, typically caused by [[discord]].
2. A movement or organization that splits off from a larger body.
3. {{lb|en|religion}} A formal division or split within a [[religious]] body.
4. {{lb|en|Catholicism|Eastern Orthodoxy}} A split within Christianity whereby a group is no longer in communion with the [[church|Church]] or its [[ecclesiastical]] authorities, but shares essentially the same beliefs; in other words, a political split without the introduction of [[heresy]].

Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To [[split]], [[divide]] (a group or organization).

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