Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or denoting the Shia sect of Islam, a Muslim group that rejects the authority of the first three caliphs and believes that only the descendants of Ali are eligible to be caliphs.

“The shiitic community has a rich cultural and historical heritage.”

2. noun

A member of the Shia sect of Islam.

“The shiitic pilgrims traveled to the holy city to perform the pilgrimage.”