Synonyms for

Shia

Verb / ˈʃi:ʌ / Another word for shia — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Synonyms & similar words

shiahislam shiah shia

Synonyms by register

Formal

sectarianism factionalism partisanship division

Informal

camp side clique crowd

Literary

schism rift breach

Antonyms

unity agreement harmony accord concord solidarity

Common collocations

  • religious shia
  • political shia
  • a shia of opinion
  • shia of thought
  • shia of the people
  • shia of the party
  • avoid shia

Word family

noun shia

Usage note

Shia is primarily used in a religious context to refer to a specific branch of Islam. When used metaphorically for political or social divisions, it can sometimes carry a negative connotation of discord.

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