verb
- makes universal or general in application; broadens the scope or appeal of something
- converts to Catholicism or brings under Catholic influence or doctrine
Usage: British spelling (American: catholicizes); third-person singular present tense
Usage: British spelling (American: catholicizes); third-person singular present tense; often capitalized when referring to the Roman Catholic Church
Examples
- The new policy catholicises the benefits across all departments.
- The organization catholicises its mission to reach a broader audience.
- He catholicises the principles of the faith in his teachings.
- The movement catholicises traditional practices for modern times.
- She catholicises the appeal of classical music to younger generations.