Found 2 items, similar to Separatism.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: separatism separatism n 1: a social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups [syn: segregation] 2: a disposition toward schism and secession from a larger group; the principles and practices of separatists; “separatism is a serious problem in Quebec”; “demands for some form of separatism on grounds of religion have been perceived as a threat to mainstream education”
English → English (gcide) Definition: Separatism Separatism \Sep"a*ra*tism\, n. [CF. F. s['e]paratisme.] The character or act of a separatist; disposition to withdraw from a church; the practice of so withdrawing. [1913 Webster]