clericalism Meaning & Definition
/ˈklɛ.ɹɪ.k(ə)ˌlɪ.z(ə)m/
What Does Clericalism Mean?
Clericalism is used as a noun meaning Political or secular power invested in members of the clergy.
Clericalism in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈklɛ.ɹɪ.k(ə)ˌlɪ.z(ə)m/ |
| Syllables | 5 |
| Plural | clericalisms |
Clericalism Definition (Noun)
- Political or secular power invested in members of the clergy.
Ireland in decades past saw an excess of clericalism and disregard for the laity.
Synonyms of Clericalism
The source does not list synonyms for this entry.
Clericalism synonyms and antonyms →Clericalism in a Sentence
Ireland in decades past saw an excess of clericalism and disregard for the laity.
Word Forms & Grammar
clericalism (usually uncountable, plural clericalisms)
Origin of Clericalism
From clerical + -ism.
Clericalism Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of clericalism is /ˈklɛ.ɹɪ.k(ə)ˌlɪ.z(ə)m/, spoken in 5 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (klɛ).