Romanism

[ roh-muh-niz-uhm ]

noun

, Disparaging.

1. Roman Catholicism.

Romanism

/ ˈrəʊməˌnɪzəm /

noun

1. Roman Catholicism, esp when regarded as excessively or superstitiously ritualistic

Word History and Origins

Origin of Romanism¹

First recorded in 1665–75; Roman + -ism

Example Sentences

It is such a delightful mixture of vagueness and cock-sureness, and even more picturesque than Romanism.

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Cardinal Wiseman, in his beautiful tale of Fabiola, attempts to rehabilitate the primitive ages in the garb of modern Romanism.

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It looked toward the breaking down of all barriers; it gave Romanism an outright recognition.

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The sixteenth century was a period of reform, theological discussions, and warfare with Romanism.

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The Monsignor was very sociable and communicative, and gave much information about Romanism, its usages and dignitaries.

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