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secessionist

/sɪˈsɛʃənɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does secessionist mean?

noun

A person who advocates or supports secession, especially from a country or state. A person who secedes from a country or state.

Example

"The secessionist movement gained momentum in the region, with many people calling for independence."

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