canonization

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noun

The final process or decree (following beatification) by which the name of a deceased person is placed in the catalogue (canon) of saints and commended to perpetual veneration and invocation.
The state of being canonized or sainted.

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Synonyms

canonisation recanonization decanonization convalidation beatification canonicate canon caninization ordination canon law sanctification consecration christianization christening catharization catholization

Associated

canonize sainthood canonized beatified glorification venerable martyrs consistory intercession pius veneration

Rhymes

trepidation indignation exhilaration veneration elation condemnation gratification inclination aspiration desolation

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