schism
US /ˈskɪz.əm/
UK /ˈskɪz.əm/
名词
分裂, 分歧
a split or division between strongly opposed parties, caused by differences in opinion or belief.
示例:
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The church experienced a major schism over doctrinal differences.
教会因教义分歧而经历了重大分裂。
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A deep schism developed within the political party.
政党内部出现了深刻的分裂。