secessionist

[/səˈseʃənɪst/]
noun/adjectivepl: secessionists
separatista
1. A person who advocates for or supports the separation of a region or group from a larger political entity
The secessionist movement gained momentum in the region after years of political tension.
O movimento separatista ganhou impulso na região após anos de tensão política.
2. As an adjective: relating to or supporting secession from a political union
Secessionist leaders demanded independence from the central government.
Líderes separatistas exigiram independência do governo central.
In Brazil, the term 'separatista' is commonly used in political discourse, particularly regarding historical discussions of the Confederação do Equador and regional independence movements. In the USA, 'secessionist' is historically significant due to the American Civil War and contemporary usage in debates about states' rights and regional autonomy. The term carries strong political implications and is often used in contentious debates.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
separatistsecessionist movementbreakawayindependence advocate
Antonyms / Antônimos
unionistfederalistintegrationist

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
separatista
Most common term used in Brazilian Portuguese for secessionist movements
Portugal
separatista
Same term used in European Portuguese; also 'secessionista' in more formal contexts
Brazil
autonomista
Sometimes used when referring to movements seeking autonomy rather than full independence

Related Words

secessionsovereigntyindependenceautonomyautonomistdevolution

Related Idioms & Phrases

secessionist movement
secessionist sentiment
secessionist tendency
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