Cisma (en. Schism)
/ˈsiz.ma/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Break or division in an organization, especially religious.
The schism in the church led to the creation of new denominations.
El cisma en la iglesia provocó la creación de nuevas denominaciones.
Deep disagreement that causes separation or division.
The political schism has fragmented the party into several factions.
El cisma político ha fragmentado al partido en varias facciones.
Division resulting from irreconcilable differences.
The schism between the leaders caused a negative impact among the followers.
El cisma entre los líderes causó un impacto negativo entre los seguidores.
Etymology
From the Greek 'schisma', meaning 'division'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
religious schism
Division or break within a religion.
cisma religioso
political schism
Separation caused by disagreements among political groups.
cisma político
social schism
Division in a society accustomed to peaceful coexistence.
cisma social
Related Words
break
Action of breaking or separating something.
ruptura
division
Action of dividing into parts.
división
discrepancy
Disagreement between two or more people.
discrepancia
Slang Meanings
Schism used to define a conflict between friends.
They had a schism over the money issue.
Tuvieron un cisma por el tema del dinero.
Reference to disagreements in work groups.
The schism in the team became evident in the last meeting.
El cisma en el equipo se volvió evidente en la última reunión.