separatism (n.)a social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups;
separatism (n.)a disposition toward schism and secession from a larger group; the principles and practices of separatists;
separatism is a serious problem in Quebec
demands for some form of separatism on grounds of religion have been perceived as a threat to mainstream education
separatism (n.)advocacy of a policy of strict separation of church and state;
Synonyms: separationism
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