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Catholicism

Verb / kʌˈθɔ:lʌˌsɪzʌm / Another word for catholicism — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Catholicism is a branch of Christianity that follows the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Synonyms & similar words

catholicism catholicity papism popery Catholicity

Synonyms by register

Formal

Orthodoxy Christianity Ecclesiology

Antonyms

Protestantism Judaism Islam Buddhism Hinduism Atheism Secularism

Common collocations

  • Roman Catholicism
  • Eastern Catholicism
  • Catholicism and Protestantism
  • the history of Catholicism
  • modern Catholicism
  • Catholicism and Orthodoxy
  • the teachings of Catholicism

Word family

noun Catholicism
adjective Catholic

Usage note

While 'Catholicism' specifically refers to the faith and practice of the Roman Catholic Church, it can sometimes be used more broadly to refer to the universal Christian church. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. My parents raised me in the Catholicism faith.
  2. Catholicism teaches that there is only one God.
  3. The Pope is the leader of Catholicism.
  4. Catholicism has many traditions and customs.
  5. The sacraments are an important part of Catholicism.

Quotes

  • Catholicism is not a soothing religion. It's a painful religion. We're all gluttons for punishment.
  • Catholicism is a wide tent in terms of political and legal positions.
  • Catholicism is the most inclusive religion. It's a plus, not a minus.

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