Definitions

1. noun

the Christian religion, especially the Roman Catholic Church, and its practices, institutions, and traditions.

“The cathedral’s grandeur was a testament to the enduring power of Catholicism in the region.”

2. noun

a quality or feeling of being inclusive, broad, or comprehensive.

“The new curriculum aimed to promote a spirit of catholicism in the arts, embracing diverse styles and techniques.”

3. noun

any broad or comprehensive system, especially a philosophical or ideological one.

“The professor’s lectures explored the evolution of existentialism as a counterpoint to the prevailing catholicism of modern thought.”