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antidisestablishmentarianism
/ænˌtaɪdɪˌsɛstəbˌlɪʃməntˈɛəriənɪzəm/
opposition to the disestablishment of a state church
The debate over antidisestablishmentarianism in the 19th century was complex.
The discussion about keeping the Church of England as the official state church was complicated.
historicalpolitical
The political position of opposing the withdrawal of state support or recognition from an established church (especially the Church of England).
Antidisestablishmentarianism was a key issue in 19th-century British politics.
The debate over whether the Church of England should remain the official state church was central to British politics in the 1800s.
This term is primarily historical and relates to debates about church-state relations in the UK.
Collocations
antidisestablishmentariana person who opposes the disestablishment of a state church
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Historical Context
This term is most relevant when discussing 19th-century British politics and debates about the Church of England.
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Usage
Use this term only in historical or political discussions about church-state relations in the UK.
Word Origin
From 'anti-' (against) + 'disestablishment' (removal of official status) + '-arian' (relating to) + '-ism' (belief or doctrine). Coined in the 19th century during debates about the Church of England's status.
Usage Notes
This is a rare and archaic term, primarily used in historical discussions about British church-state relations. It is often cited as one of the longest English words.
Word Breakdown
anti-
against
prefixdisestablishment
removal of official status
root-arian
relating to
suffix-ism
belief or doctrine
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