secularism — the principle of separation of the state from religious institutions
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the principle of separation of the state from religious institutions
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsekjələrɪzəm/
Example Sentences
- The school's secularism policy means no prayer time during math class.
- France is famous for its strict secularism in public institutions.
- The debate over secularism heated up when politicians started blessing their campaign speeches.
secularism
NOUN//ˈsekjələrɪzəm//
the principle of separation of the state from religious institutions
A secularism illustration showing government and religious institutions operating independently
Faith finds freedom, the state holds balance — secularism's dialogue creates neither privilege nor prejudice
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Origin
From Latin 'saecularis' meaning 'of an age or generation,' derived from 'saeculum' (age, worldly concerns). The modern sense developed in 19th-century English to describe the separation of religious authority from state affairs.
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📝Examples
“The school's secularism policy means no prayer time during math class.”
“France is famous for its strict secularism in public institutions.”
“The debate over secularism heated up when politicians started blessing their campaign speeches.”
“Secularism ensures equal treatment of all citizens regardless of their faith.”
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