secessionist
noun
UK/sɪsˈeʃ.ᵊn.ɪst/
US/sɪsˈeʃ.ᵊn.ɪst/
Definitions of secessionist noun
- Countable
A person who advocates for or supports secession, aiming to become independent from a country, region, or organization.
Prior to the outbreak of the American Civil War, he was a fervent secessionist.
The politician was labeled a secessionist due to his open support for regional independence.
Despite the criticism, the secessionist group persisted in their demands.
adjective
UK/sɪsˈeʃ.ᵊn.ɪst/
US/sɪsˈeʃ.ᵊn.ɪst/
Definitions of secessionist adjective
Relating to or characteristic of secession; supporting the act of becoming independent.
The government forces tried to suppress all secessionist movements.
Secessionist rhetoric has caused severe unrest in the region.
The organization's goal is to advance a secessionist political agenda.