canonized
- adjective
- /ˈkænəˌnaɪzd/
- Formal
:
canonizado
- The ancient text is considered canonized by the religious community.
Examples
-
Her views became canonized in the field of philosophy over time.
-
Only a few traditions have been truly canonized in the institution's history.
-
Saint Peter is often canonized by the Catholic Church.
-
Many people believe that she was canonized for her charitable works.
-
Her views became canonized in the world of philosophy and are often referenced in academic discussions.
-
Only a few traditions have been canonized as essential parts of the institution's ceremonies and practices.
-
The ancient text is widely canonized among scholars as a definitive source of historical knowledge.
Synonyms
951
2.7
Connected to a god or religion and seen as special and pure
218
4.3
People respect and treat it as very important
14
9.1
Too important to change or question
4
8.1
Officially accepted as a true and important religious text
4
7.5
A person remembered as very kind and widely respected after death
3
9.6
Not harmed or changed because people respect it
3
7.7
People treat a place or thing as very holy and deserving great respect
1
6.7
People treat it as more important or special than it really is
Known and officially accepted as important or respected
Made holy and set apart for religious use
A religious ceremony makes something holy and sets it apart for worship
Fixed by a rule or set by someone in charge
How Sacred
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word canonized comes from an old Greek word kanon, which meant 'rule' or 'measuring stick'. Churches used canon for the books or people they accepted as official, so to canonize someone is to make them 'official' or 'sacred'.