anti-secularism

/ˌænti sɛkjʊˈlɑːrɪzəm/
nounIntermediate
formal

Opposition to secularism, often advocating for religious influence in public life, governance, or education.

The political party's anti-secularism stance led to debates about the role of religion in schools.

The political party's opposition to secularism led to debates about the role of religion in schools.

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This term is often used in discussions about the separation of church and state.

Collocations

advocate anti-secularismto promote or support the rejection of secularismanti-secularism movementa collective effort to oppose secular governance or policies

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Related Phrases

secular statephrase
a state that does not favor any particular religion
religious nationalismphrase
a form of nationalism that emphasizes religious identity

💡Pro Tip

Contextual Usage

Use 'anti-secularism' when discussing political or social movements that oppose the separation of religion and state.

Gold Rule

Precision in Context

Ensure the term is used in discussions about governance, education, or public policy to avoid ambiguity.

📖Word Origin

Derived from 'anti-' (opposing) and 'secularism' (the principle of separating religion from civil affairs).

📝Usage Notes

This term is often used in political and sociological contexts to describe movements or ideologies that reject secular governance.

Word Breakdown

anti-
opposing
prefix
+
secularism
the principle of separating religion from civil affairs
root
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