Definitions

1. verb

to instruct or teach someone, especially in the Christian faith, by asking a series of questions and giving answers, typically in a formal or systematic way.

“The priest decided to catechize the new parishioners on the basics of their faith.”

2. verb

to indoctrinate or persuade someone, especially in a formal or systematic way.

“The politician’s campaign team tried to catechize the public on the importance of their policies.”

3. noun

the act of catechizing someone, especially in the Christian faith.

“The bishop emphasized the importance of catechizing the youth in the church.”