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anticlericalism

/æntɪˈklɛrɪkəlɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does anticlericalism mean?

noun

Opposition to the influence of the clergy, especially in politics or education. A strong dislike or distrust of the clergy.

Example

"The anticlericalism of the 19th century led to the separation of church and state in many countries."

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