noun
- The quality or state of being incapable of making mistakes or being wrong; the inability to fail or err.
- In Roman Catholic doctrine, the doctrine that the Pope is preserved from error when defining matters of faith and morals ex cathedra.
Usage: Plural form of infallibility; Often used in religious or philosophical contexts
Usage: Theological/religious sense; Capitalized when referring to papal infallibility
Examples
- No human possesses infallibilities; everyone makes mistakes.
- The doctrine of papal infallibilities has been debated by theologians for centuries.
- Scientists reject the notion of infallibilities in their methods and conclusions.
- She approached the problem without assuming any infallibilities on her part.
- The infallibilities claimed by some leaders are often questioned by critics.
- Religious traditions differ in their views on infallibilities and divine guidance.