Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
laicize
verb
/ˈleɪɪˌsaɪz/
Definition
To make something secular or non-religious; to remove theological aspects or influences.
Examples
- The government decided to laicize several private schools to ensure a secular education.
- Many organizations laicize their practices to include people of all faiths.
Meaning
The process of removing religious elements from a position or institution to make it secular.
Synonyms
- secularize
- demystify
- remove religious influence
