theologize
Americanverb (used without object)
verb (used with object)
verb
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(intr) to speculate upon theological subjects, engage in theological study or discussion, or formulate theological arguments
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(tr) to render theological or treat from a theological point of view
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of theologize
From the Medieval Latin word theologizāre, dating back to 1640–50. See theology, -ize
Example Sentences
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So, in the course of a merry morning gallop, I, queer suitor that I was, began to theologize with the dear girl and asked her squarely: "Emmy, who is Christ?"
From The Bride of Dreams by Auw, Mellie von
Granted; but if you please, let us not theologize, Aramis.
From The Three Musketeers by Dumas père, Alexandre
It lies in his own power to "theologize his astrologie," to turn his universe into spiritual forces.
From Spiritual Reformers in the 16th & 17th Centuries by Jones, Rufus Matthew
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