Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

beatified

verb

/biːˈæt.ɪ.faɪd/

Definition

To declare someone as blessed; to recognize an individual as having achieved a state of holiness, often in the context of the Catholic Church.

Examples

She was beatified by the Pope after a thorough investigation of her life and miracles.
The church’s recognition of him as beatified brought much joy to his followers.

Meaning

The act of beatification is a step in the process of canonization, in which a deceased person’s life is examined to determine if they can be recognized as a saint.