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Word of the Day Sunday, June 27, 2027

schism

/skɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does schism mean?

noun

A division or split within a group, organization, or community, often caused by disagreement or conflict. A schism can also refer to a significant change or departure from a previous state or condition.

Example

"The church suffered a major schism when a group of clergy broke away to form a new denomination."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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