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separatist

/ˈsɛpərətɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does separatist mean?

noun

A person who advocates for or supports the separation of a particular group or region from a larger entity, often with the goal of independence or self-governance.

Example

"The separatist movement in Catalonia has been gaining momentum in recent years."

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