1. plural of beatification; the act or process of making supremely happy or blessed, especially the official Roman Catholic Church declaration that a deceased person is in a state of heavenly bliss and worthy of public veneration.
Usage: primarily religious/ecclesiastical; often used in Catholic contexts

Examples

• The beatifications of several saints were celebrated by the Church last year.
• Many pilgrims traveled to Rome to witness the beatifications ceremony.
• The Pope announced the beatifications of three candidates for sainthood.
• Beatifications represent an important step toward full canonization in Catholic tradition.
• The beatifications brought joy to the communities where these individuals had lived and worked.