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Separatist

Verb / ˈsepɜ:ʌtɪst / Another word for separatist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a person who wants to separate from a group or country

Synonyms & similar words

breakaway fissiparous separationist secessionist rebel revolutionary dissident insurgent mutineer seditionist traitor insurrectionist separatian breakaway divisive disuniting splintering parting disjoining isolating alienating estranging withdrawing

Example sentences

  1. The separatist movement in Quebec wants to separate from Canada.
  2. The separatist group in Spain wants to form their own country.
  3. The separatist rebels in the country are fighting for their independence.
  4. The separatist leader was arrested for his involvement in the rebellion.
  5. The separatist movement gained momentum after the government refused to address their demands.

Quotes

  • 'I am a separatist, but I don't hate Canada.' - Gilles Duceppe
  • 'I am a separatist, because I believe in freedom.' - Pauline Marois
  • 'A separatist is a person who wants to take Quebec out of Canada.' - Jacques Parizeau

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