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⛪canonize

verb
/ˈkænənaɪz/
canonical canopy

Meaning

To officially declare a dead person a saint; to regard as great or significant.

Example Sentences

The church canonized the martyr after years of investigation.

Example Expressions

canonize someone

Synonyms

sanctify, glorify, revere, venerate

Antonyms

denounce, condemn

Collocations

canonize saints, canonize a figure, canonize officially

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