romanism

/rɒˈmeɪnɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A system of thought, doctrine, or practice attributed to the Roman Catholic Church, often in a derogatory or pejorative sense.

“The term ‘romanism’ was used by some Protestant reformers to criticize the Catholic Church’s perceived deviations from biblical teachings.”

Synonyms

  • catholicism
  • papism

Antonyms

  • protestantism
  • reformation