Synonyms for

Sect

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

Definition

A group of people who have the same religious beliefs or political opinions.

Synonyms & similar words

faction religioussect religiousorder denomination cult group faction party sectarian clique team circle gang squad assembly body brotherhood sisterhood organization society league union alliance

Synonyms by register

Formal

denomination persuasion school faction

Informal

cult group crowd bunch

Literary

schism heresy

Antonyms

unity conformity mainstream orthodoxy universality majority

Common collocations

  • religious sect
  • political sect
  • small sect
  • breakaway sect
  • heretical sect
  • established sect
  • strict sect

Word family

noun sectarian

Usage note

Often carries a negative connotation, implying a group that has broken away from a larger, more established body, sometimes with extremist or unorthodox beliefs.

Example sentences

  1. My aunt belongs to a sect that is very strict about their religious practices.
  2. The political sect organized a march to protest the new laws.
  3. The sect's leader gave a speech about their beliefs and goals.
  4. The sect's members were all dressed in white robes.
  5. The sect had a meeting to discuss their future plans.

Quotes

  • 'The sect is a peaceful and loving community,' the priest said.
  • The sect's teachings were controversial and caused a lot of debate.
  • The sect's members were devoted to their cause and worked tirelessly to achieve their goals.

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