denominationalism
|de-nom-i-na-tion-al-ism|
/dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃənəlɪzəm/
division into denominations
Etymology
'denominationalism' originates from the word 'denomination,' which comes from the Latin 'denominatio,' meaning 'naming' or 'designation.'
'denominatio' transformed into the English word 'denomination,' and eventually led to the formation of 'denominationalism' to describe the practice or system of denominating.
Initially, it meant 'naming or designation,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'division into denominations.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the division of one religion into separate groups, sects, schools of thought, or denominations.
Denominationalism can lead to fragmentation within a religious community.
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