noun
Uncommon
separatist
SEH-puh-ruh-tihst
Separatist (noun) means a person who wants their region or group to break away and become politically independent. Example: “The separatists demanded a referendum on independence.”
noun
1
A person who wants their region or group to break away and become politically independent.
"The separatists demanded a referendum on independence."
How to use separatist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone pushing for their region or group to split off and become independent.
Common pairings
separatist movement
separatist group
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Word forms
- Plural
- separatists
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The _____ demanded a referendum on independence.
Etymology
From separate + the noun-forming suffix -ist.
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Rhymes for separatist
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What does “separatist” mean?
The word “separatist” means a person who wants their region or group to break away and become politically independent. In plain terms, someone pushing for their region or group to split off and become independent.
How do you pronounce “separatist”?
“Separatist” is pronounced SEH-puh-ruh-tihst (/ˈsɛpəɹətɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “separatist” in a sentence?
Here is “separatist” used in a sentence: “The separatists demanded a referendum on independence.”
What part of speech is “separatist”?
“Separatist” is a noun.
Is “separatist” a common word?
“Separatist” is an uncommon word in modern English.
