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Definitions for sectionalism
ˈsɛk ʃə nlˌɪz əmsec·tion·al·ism

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. sectionalism, provincialism, localismnoun

    a partiality for some particular place

Wiktionary

  1. sectionalismnoun

    Promoting the good of one region over that of others.

Wikipedia

  1. Sectionalism

    Sectionalism is loyalty to one's own region or section of the country, rather than to the country as a whole. Sectionalism occurs in many countries, such as in the United Kingdom, most notably in the constituent nation of Scotland, where various sectionalist/separatist political organizations and parties have existed since the early 1920s, beginning with the Scots National League. Today, Scottish sectionalism is most strongly associated and advocated by the Scottish National Party (SNP), which can be described as both sectionalist and separatist. The SNP advocates for both Scottish independence and more autonomy for Scotland while remaining a part of the United Kingdom.

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  1. sectionalism

    Sectionalism refers to a strong loyalty or allegiance towards a specific geographic region or area, often within a nation, rather than to the country as a whole. This devotion can result in the prioritization of the region's interests over national concerns and can lead to conflicts or disputes between different regions or sections. It is often linked to variations in economic, social, or political interests across different regions.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Sectionalismnoun

    a disproportionate regard for the interests peculiar to a section of the country; local patriotism, as distinguished from national

Wikidata

  1. Sectionalism

    In national politics, sectionalism is loyalty to the interests of one's own region or section of the country, rather than to the country as a whole. It is often a precursor to separatism.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of sectionalism in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of sectionalism in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4


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