catholic

N
Pronunciation
/ˈkaθ(ə)lɪk/
/ˈkæθ(ə)lɪk/
Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Of the Western Christian church, as differentiated from e.g. the Orthodox church.

Example Sentences
  • Christmas is celebrated at different dates in the Catholic and Orthodox calendars.
2 Definition

Of the Roman Catholic church in particular.

Example Sentences
  • Catholic churches are built differently than Protestant ones.
3 Definition

Universal; all-encompassing.

Synonyms
universal
4 Definition

Pertaining to all kinds of people and their range of tastes, proclivities etc.; liberal.

Synonyms
eclectic