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nonsectarian

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒnˈsɛk.tə.ri.ən/

KK: /nɑnˈsɛkˌtɛrɪən/

adjective
Definition

Not limited to or connected with any specific religious group or denomination.


Example

The school promotes a nonsectarian approach to education, welcoming students from all backgrounds.


Conversation
Sloth A
I heard that the new community center is going to be nonsectarian.
Sloth B
That's great! It means everyone can feel welcome there.
Sloth A
Yeah, it’s important to have spaces that are inclusive for all beliefs.
Sloth B
Absolutely! A nonsectarian approach really brings people together.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
unbiased
inclusive
neutral
Antonyms
sectarian
exclusive
partisan
Root Explanation

Nonsectarian → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "sectarian" (from Latin "secta", meaning a group or faction). The word "nonsectarian" means not affiliated with or limited to a particular religious sect or group.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'sectarian' referring to a group or faction. This helps you remember that nonsectarian means not belonging to any specific group.

Visually Confused Words
unsectarian
cosectarian
sectarian
nectarian
ontarian
nosarian
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