monachize

/ˈmɒnækaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become a monk; to adopt a monastic life

“After a period of contemplation, she decided to monachize and live in a monastery.”

2. verb

to devote oneself to a particular pursuit or hobby with great enthusiasm

“He began to monachize over his collection of rare coins and soon became an expert in the field.”

3. noun

the act of making or becoming a monk; the adoption of a monastic life

“Her decision to monachize was met with both surprise and admiration from her friends and family.”

Synonyms

  • asceticize
  • mendicant

Antonyms

  • secularize