canonized Meaning & Definition
What Does Canonized Mean?
Canonized is an adjective that means Made part of the canon; made official. It can also mean In the Roman Catholic Church, officially declared a saint. As a verb, it means simple past and past participle of canonize. As a verb, it means To declare (a deceased person) as a saint, and enter them into the canon of saints.
Quick Facts About Canonized
| Part of speech | adjective, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | authorized, glorified and saint |
| Antonyms | uncanonize |
Canonized Definition (Adjective)
- Made part of the canon; made official.
- In the Roman Catholic Church, officially declared a saint.
Canonized as a Verb
- simple past and past participle of canonize
Verb
- To declare (a deceased person) as a saint, and enter them into the canon of saints.
Thomas Becket was canonized in 1173.
- To regard as a saint; to glorify, to exalt to the highest honour.
- To formally declare (a piece of religious writing) to be part of the biblical canon.
- (by extension) To regard (an artistic or written work) as one of a group of works representative of a particular field.
- Especially of a church: to give official approval to; to authorize, to sanction.
Synonyms of Canonized
Canonized synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Canonized
Canonized in a Sentence
Thomas Becket was canonized in 1173.
Word Forms & Grammar
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Words That Rhyme With Canonized
Common Questions About Canonized
Is canonized an adjective or a verb?
Canonized is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for canonized?
Close synonyms of canonized are authorized, glorified and saint. See the full list of canonized synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of canonized?
The opposite of canonized is uncanonize.