Sect

Pronunciation: /sɛkt/

Definitions of sect

noun a group of people with somewhat different religious beliefs (typically regarded as heretical) from those of a larger group to which they belong

Example Sentences

A1 In some countries, there are different religious sects.

A2 The sect practices a form of meditation that is unique to their beliefs.

B1 The sect has been gaining new followers in recent years.

B2 Members of the sect are known for their charitable work in the community.

C1 The sect's leader has been under scrutiny for financial misconduct.

C2 The sect's teachings have been the subject of intense academic study.

Examples of sect in a Sentence

formal The sect was known for their strict adherence to traditional religious practices.

informal I heard that new sect in town has some interesting beliefs.

slang Those sect guys are a bit out there, if you ask me.

figurative The sect of fashionistas was always ahead of the trend.

Grammatical Forms of sect

• past tense: sected
• plural: sects
• comparative: more sect
• superlative: most sect
• present tense: sects
• future tense: will sect
• perfect tense: have sected
• continuous tense: is secting
• singular: sect
• positive degree: sect
• infinitive: to sect
• gerund: secting
• participle: sected

Origin and Evolution of sect

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'sect' originated from the Latin word 'secta' which means 'a way, road, path' or 'school of thought'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'sect' has come to be used to describe a subgroup within a larger religious or philosophical group that has distinctive beliefs or practices.