schism — meaning in English

English meaning

• chasm noun A deep, steep-sided crack or gap in the earth.
• schism noun A break into separate parts within a group, usually because members disagree.

Senses

schism is used for these senses in English:

• chasm (by extension) A large difference of opinion.
• schism A split or separation within a group or organization, typically caused by discord.

chasm — full definition

1. noun A deep, steep-sided crack or gap in the earth.
2. noun A very large difference between two people, ideas, or groups.

schism — full definition

1. noun A break into separate parts within a group, usually because members disagree.
2. noun A group or organization that has broken away from a bigger one.
3. noun (religion) An official break into separate parts within a religious organization.
4. noun (religion) A break in which a Christian group stops recognizing the Church's authority while keeping the same core beliefs.

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