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Definition of secede

secede

/sɪˈsiːd/
se · cede
Past Simple:seceded
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Past Participle:seceded
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Present Participle:seceding
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secede Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To withdraw formally from membership in a federal union, an alliance, or a political or religious organization.

Example

"Several southern states voted to secede from the Union in 1860 and 1861."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'secede' (to withdraw formally from an organization or union) with 'succeed' (to achieve a desired aim or follow in order) or 'cede' (to give up power or territory).

• Rhymes for secede

• Nearby Words

sebum
sec
secateurs
secede
secession
secessionist
seclude

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-18th century from Latin secedere ('to go apart, withdraw'), formed from the prefix se- ('apart') and cedere ('to go').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Secede. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/secede
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