secession
2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for secession, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of formally withdrawing from a union, state or organisation.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
sezession
Antonyms
How to use secession
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
call for secession
vote on secession
threaten secession
right of secession
Common in political and historical writing.
Etymology
The word comes from Latin sēcessiō, meaning a withdrawing.
Full origin of secession →Frequently asked questions
What does secession mean?
Secession is the act of seceding, which means formally withdrawing from a group, union or state.
What is the verb for secession?
The related verb is secede.
How do you pronounce secession?
It is pronounced suh-SESH-un, with the stress on the second syllable.
