secessionist
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /sɪˈsɛʃənɪst/
KK: /sɪˈsɛʃənɪst/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the act of withdrawing from an organization, union, or political entity, or supporting such a withdrawal.
Example
The secessionist movement gained momentum as more people expressed their desire for independence.
Conversation
Did you hear about the secessionist movement in the news?
Yeah, it's been quite the topic lately.
I wonder how many people actually support the secessionist ideas.
It seems like a divided opinion, for sure.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dissident
rebel
insurgent
Antonyms
loyal
unified
supportive
noun
Definition
A person who leaves or supports the act of leaving a political group or organization.
Example
The secessionist argued for the right of their region to become independent.
Conversation
Did you hear about the secessionist movement in the news?
Yeah, it's pretty controversial, isn't it?
I wonder what drives people to support such a thing.
Root Explanation
Secessionist → It is formed from "se-" (meaning apart) and "cedere" (meaning to yield or go). The term refers to someone who advocates for the act of withdrawing or separating from a larger group or entity.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who wants to 'go apart' ('se-') from a group, which is what a secessionist does.
Visually Confused Words
successionist
seclusionist
recensionist
obsessionist
ascensionist
sectionist
retrocessionist
sessions