noun
- plural of catechization; instances or processes of instructing someone systematically in the principles of a religion or subject, typically through questions and answers
Usage: formal; often religious or educational context
Examples
- The catechizations of young converts prepared them for church membership.
- Medieval catechizations relied heavily on memorized responses to doctrinal questions.
- The priest conducted weekly catechizations to ensure the children understood Christian doctrine.
- Catechizations in schools served both religious and moral education purposes.
- The systematic catechizations helped establish a common understanding of faith principles.