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Catholicism

kuh-THO-lih-sih-zuhm

Catholicism (noun) means the beliefs, practices, and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. Example: “He converted to Catholicism in his thirties.”

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The beliefs, practices, and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church.
"He converted to Catholicism in his thirties."
"Catholicism places strong emphasis on the sacraments."

How to use Catholicism

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe religion and institution of the Catholic Church.

Word forms

Catholicisms plural, catholicisms plural

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Etymology

Compare French catholicisme.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Catholicism” mean?

The word “Catholicism” means the beliefs, practices, and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. In plain terms, the religion and institution of the Catholic Church.

How do you pronounce “Catholicism”?

“Catholicism” is pronounced kuh-THO-lih-sih-zuhm (/kəˈθɒlɪsɪzəm/ in IPA).

How do you use “Catholicism” in a sentence?

Here is “Catholicism” used in a sentence: “He converted to Catholicism in his thirties.”

What part of speech is “Catholicism”?

“Catholicism” is a noun.

Is “Catholicism” a common word?

“Catholicism” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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