Definition

A person who belongs to a specific religious group that is different from the main church, often with different beliefs or practices.

Example

The sectary attended meetings to discuss the beliefs of their group.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new group in town?

Yeah, I think they call themselves a sectary community.

It's interesting how different beliefs can create such separate groups.

Absolutely, it really shows how diverse our society is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sectary → It is formed from "sect" (from Latin *secta*, meaning a following or a group) and "-ary" (meaning relating to or connected with). The word "sectary" refers to someone who is a member of a sect or a follower of a particular group or doctrine.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'sect' as a group of followers, and the '-ary' means relating to them. So, a sectary is someone who belongs to a specific group.

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