Secularization

noun

Word Frequency: 1.0

Definitions

1.nounThe transformation of a society from close identification with religious values and institutions toward non-religious (or "irreligious") values and secular institutions.

2.nounThe deconsecration of a church.

Synonyms

secularisation secularity secularism secular progressivism disenchantment statism parareligion societalization laicism laicist religioning depoliticalization

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