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sect

/sɛkt/ noun · British & US
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What does sect mean?

noun

A small group of people with a shared interest or belief, or a division within a larger group. A section or part of something.

Example

"The artist's sect of fans was known for their dedication to her work."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Words that share this root

sectionsectariansectary

What's another word for sect?

factiongroupsectariancoterieclique

What's the opposite of sect?

mainstreamgeneralunited

Rhymes with sect

detectinfectinspect