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Shi'ite (Noun)

Meaning

A member of the branch of Islam that regards Ali as the legitimate successor to Mohammed and rejects the first three caliphs.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The Shi'ite population in the region has been subject to persecution and marginalization for centuries.
  • Hezbollah is a Shi'ite militant group based in Lebanon that has been involved in various conflicts in the Middle East.
  • The Shi'ite cleric delivered a passionate sermon to the crowd, calling for unity and resistance against oppression.
  • The city of Najaf is considered a sacred site for Shi'ite Muslims, who believe it is the burial place of Ali.
  • The Shi'ite minority in the country has long been at odds with the ruling Sunni government, leading to periodic outbreaks of violence.

Synonyms

  • Shi'ite Muslim
  • Shia Muslim
  • Shiite
  • Shiite Muslim

Hypernyms

  • Muslim
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