Roman Catholicism
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Roman Catholicism
First recorded in 1815–25
Example Sentences
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Why does Roman Catholicism prohibit other faiths from taking Communion?
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
He lived at The College, in Littlemore, during the 1840s, which is where he controversially converted to Roman Catholicism in 1845.
From BBC • Aug. 10, 2025
“The reason I moved from right to left is not because my fundamental values changed,” said Sitman, who has converted to Roman Catholicism.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 18, 2024
Brigid’s moment is happening as many Irish are disillusioned with traditional Roman Catholicism and its patriarchal leadership amid a secularizing culture.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 26, 2024
Maggie remembered that Elisha had at one time suggested she convert to Roman Catholicism.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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