Dictionary Only:
Profanity Off:

CANONIZED

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Canonized.

Canonized - as an adjective satellite

Accorded sacrosanct or authoritative standing

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
canonisedglorified

Canonized - as a verb

To declare (a deceased person) as a saint, and enter them into the canon of saints.

Example: "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.

Canonized - as an adjective

Made part of the canon; made official.

In the roman catholic church, officially declared a saint.

Example Sentences

"The Pope canonized Mother Teresa as a saint."
"The church canonized the martyrs who died for their faith."
"The artist's style has been canonized by art critics."
"The composer's music was canonized and continues to be celebrated."
"The film was canonized as a classic of the genre."
View more

Word Game Points

Is CANONIZED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, canonized is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CANONIZED has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is CANONIZED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, canonized is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CANONIZED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is CANONIZED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, canonized is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CANONIZED has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen