papalize

/pəˈpælaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to give the authority or approval of the Pope or the Roman Catholic Church

“The new doctrine was papalized by the Vatican after a lengthy process.”

2. noun

the act of giving the authority or approval of the Pope or the Roman Catholic Church

“The papalization of the new canon caused a significant controversy.”

Synonyms

  • canonize
  • sanctify

Antonyms

  • desanctify
  • secularize