SCHISM
6 letters
13 Scrabble points
/ˈskɪzəm/
Definition of SCHISM
noun
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A split or separation within a group or organization, typically caused by discord.
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A formal division or split within a religious body.
"The schism between Sunnis and Shias happened quite early in Islamic history."
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A split within Christianity whereby a group no longer recognizes the Bishop of Rome as the head of the Church, but shares essentially the same beliefs with the Church of Rome. In other words, a political split without the introduction of heresy.
Source: Wiktionary
Word Details
Letters
S
C
H
I
S
M
Length
6 letters
Scrabble Score
13 points