Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

seita

Noun

/ˈseɪ.tə/

Definition

A group of people with somewhat different religious beliefs from those accepted by mainstream religion, but often considered part of that larger religion.

Examples

Um exemplo de uma seita é a que se forma ao redor de líderes carismáticos.
Eles foram acusados de promover uma seita que distorcia os ensinamentos tradicionais.

Meaning

In a broader sense, ‘seita’ can refer to a faction or a subgroup within a larger community, especially in religious, spiritual, or philosophical contexts.