Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
beatifies
verb
/biːˈæt.ɪ.faɪz/
Definition
to make blissfully happy or to declare someone as blessed.
Examples
- The pope beatifies the martyr in a solemn ceremony.
- The serene landscape beatifies her soul, bringing her peace.
Meaning
To beatify someone is to transform their status in the context of a religious or spiritual framework, often implying a process by which someone is recognized for their holiness and is one step toward sainthood.
Synonyms
- sanctifies
- blesses
- elevates
- glorifies
