Beatification
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
(Roman Catholic Church) an act of the Pope who declares that a deceased person lived a holy life and is worthy of public veneration
Framework senses
- §1
- (Roman Catholic Church) an act of the Pope who declares that a deceased person lived a holy life and is worthy of public veneration
- §2
- the action of rendering supremely blessed and extremely happy
- §3
- a state of supreme happiness