Definition of Sect

a small religious or political group that separates from a larger group. Sects have many of the same beliefs and practices as the original group, but often have some different doctrines

Examples of Sect in a sentence

Our family are Mormons, which is a sect of Christianity.  🔊

The religious sect did not celebrate Halloween, but offered an alternative activity for families.  🔊

The sect disowned members who did not follow their beliefs.  🔊

We had to join another sect of our church when we moved.  🔊

The sect leader was imprisoned for stealing money from the church.  🔊

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