nonsectarian

Thân thiện

A nonsectarian school welcomes students of all faiths.

Definition

Adjective: 1. Not limited to or associated with a specific religious denomination, political party, or school of thought: Describes something that is inclusive and does not favor or represent one particular sect, group, or ideology.

Usage

The adjective "nonsectarian" is used to describe institutions, organizations, activities, or viewpoints that are deliberately neutral and open to all, without promoting the doctrines of any single group. It is often used in the context of education, religion, and community services.

Examples

• The school promotes a nonsectarian approach to moral education, focusing on universal values.
• They sought nonsectarian humanitarian aid that would assist all victims of the conflict, regardless of their background.
• The community center is nonsectarian and welcomes people from all faiths and none.

Advanced Usage

• As a principle or policy: The term can describe a foundational principle of an organization.
  • The hospital was founded on a nonsectarian mission to serve the entire community.
• Contrast with 'sectarian': Often used to explicitly contrast with divisive or exclusive attitudes.
  • The goal was to transform the debate from a sectarian argument into a nonsectarian discussion about public policy.

Variants and Related Words

• Unsectarian (adjective): A less common synonym with the same meaning.
  • He maintained an unsectarian outlook on philosophical matters.
• Sectarian (adjective): The direct antonym, meaning devoted to a particular sect or denomination; often implies narrow-mindedness or exclusivity.
• Interdenominational (adjective): Involving different religious denominations. While similar, "interdenominational" implies cooperation sects, whereas "nonsectarian" implies a position or sectarian divisions.
• Secular (adjective): Not connected with religious or spiritual matters. "Secular" is broader, often meaning "non-religious," while "nonsectarian" can still operate within a religious context but without favoring one sect.

Synonyms

• Ecumenical (in a religious context, emphasizing unity among Christian denominations)
• Inclusive
• Broad-based
• General

Antonyms

• Sectarian
• Denominational
• Partisan
• Exclusive

Học thuật

Adjective

1. not restricted to one sect or school or party
   • religious training in a nonsectarian atmosphere
   • nonsectarian colleges
   • a wide and unsectarian interest in religion- Bertrand Russell

Từ đồng nghĩa

• unsectarian