separatist
//ˈsɛpərətɪst//
Noun
separatistSingular
separatistsPlural
1
A person who supports or advocates the separation of a particular group from a larger body, especially on the basis of ethnicity, religion, or political ideology.
The separatists demanded independence from the central government.
2
A member of a group seeking to establish an independent state or territory.
The separatists demanded independence from the central government.
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Adjective
separatistCanonical form
1
Relating to or characteristic of separatism or separatists.
The government is concerned about separatist movements in the region.