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sectarian

/sɛkˈtɛəriən/ adjective · British & US
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What does sectarian mean?

adjective

Relating to or characteristic of a particular religious or political group; biased or bigoted in favor of a particular group.

Example

"The sectarian violence in the region has caused widespread suffering."

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