Synonyms for

Secession

Verb / sɪˈseʃʌn / Another word for secession — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of formally withdrawing from an organization or alliance, especially a political one.

Synonyms & similar words

secession withdrawal sezession withdrawal breakaway split partition separation division disunion dissociation disaffiliation disassociation disconnection disengagement dissolution emancipation liberation independence self-determination self-rule autonomy sovereignty

Synonyms by register

Formal

withdrawal separation disaffiliation renunciation

Literary

parting severance

Antonyms

unity union joining reunification amalgamation integration cohesion

Common collocations

  • secession movement
  • secessionist movement
  • secession from
  • declare secession
  • threat of secession
  • secession vote
  • secession crisis

Word family

noun secession
verb secede
adjective secessionist

Usage note

Secession refers to the formal withdrawal of a group from an organization, federation, or political entity. It is a formal and often politically charged term.

Example sentences

  1. The secession of the southern states from the Union was a major cause of the Civil War.
  2. Many people in Catalonia want secession from Spain.
  3. The Scottish National Party has called for secession from the United Kingdom.
  4. The secession of Taiwan from China is a contentious issue.
  5. The secession of South Sudan from Sudan was a peaceful process.

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