partitionist
/pɑrˈtɪʃənɪst/
noun
- A person who supports the division of a country or region into separate political entities.
- The partitionist argued that splitting the province would reduce ethnic conflict.
- The debate between partitionists and unionists grew heated during the negotiations.
- Many partitionists believed that creating two separate states was the only solution.
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adjective
- Relating to or supporting the division of a country or region into separate political entities.
- The partitionist movement gained support after years of unrest.
- Her partitionist views were controversial among her colleagues.
- The party adopted a partitionist platform in the election.