Clericalism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈklɛ.ɹɪ.k(ə)ˌlɪ.z(ə)m/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Clericalism is a noun meaning Political or secular power invested in members of the clergy.
Meaning
Political or secular power invested in members of the clergy.
Example Sentences
Ireland in decades past saw an excess of clericalism and disregard for the laity.
'I think I am an anti-clerical,' Father Brown would say with a faint smile; 'but there wouldn't be half so much clericalism if they would only leave things to the clerics.'
Word Forms
- clericalisms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include laicalism, clericalist, clerocracy, anticlericalism, sectarianism, temporalism.
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