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Papistic

Definition:

Adjective /pəˈpɪstɪk/

1. Relating to or characteristic of papism, the practices, beliefs, or principles of the Roman Catholic Church.

2. Being excessively or blindly devoted to the authority and practices of the Roman Catholic Church.

Examples:

1. The papistic ritual was a display of utmost devotion to Catholic traditions.

2. His papistic upbringing led him towards a life dedicated to the priesthood.

3. She received papistic education and could recite prayers in Latin with ease.

4. The town's population was predominantly papistic, with a large number of Catholic churches.

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