Schism
[SKIZ-əm]
Part of speech: noun
Origin: Greek, late 14th century
1.
A split or division between strongly opposed sections or parties, caused by differences in opinion or belief.
2.
The formal separation of a church into two churches, or the secession of a group owing to doctrinal and other differences.
Examples of Schism in a sentence
"The argument at dinner over who makes the best gravy caused a schism in the family, and we planned a gravy tournament for Christmas."
"The pastor gave an interesting lecture on the schism between the branches of the church that divided denominations in the 18th century."
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