schism meaning
UK US /ˈskɪzəm/ 2 syllables
schism (noun): division of a group into opposing factions.
schism has 2 meanings in this dictionary.
schism as a noun
- division of a group into opposing factions
- another schism like that and they will wind up in bankruptcy
Synonyms: split
Type of: division
Related forms: schismatic, schismatical
- the formal separation of a church into two churches or the withdrawal of one group over doctrinal differences
Type of: rupture
Kinds: Great Schism
Related forms: schismatic
How to pronounce schism
schism is pronounced /ˈskɪzəm/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Words that rhyme with schism
Scrabble score: 13 (letter breakdown)
Word lists: words starting with SC · words ending in SM · 6-letter words
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