What is another word for secedes?
Pronunciation: [sɛsˈiːdz] (IPA) 
Secedes means to withdraw or break away from a group, organization or party. There are various synonyms for the word secedes that you can use in different contexts. 'Defect' implies leaving a system or organization to join another. 'Separate' means to move or be moved apart from the rest or another group. 'Disengage' means to disconnect oneself from a person or organization while 'Abandon' means to leave an idea or activity from its current position. 'Divorce' implies leaving a marriage or relationship, while 'Resign' is to leave a job or position. Finally, 'Retire' is to withdraw from a job or activity due to age, change of lifestyle or other reasons.
