Definition

Describing someone who has been officially recognized by the church as having reached heaven after death, often as part of the process of becoming a saint.

Example

The church declared him beatified, marking an important step towards sainthood.

Conversation

Did you hear about the priest who was recently beatified?

Yeah, I read about it! It's such a big honor.

I think it's amazing how the church recognizes his life like that.

Absolutely, it really shows the impact he had on the community.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To declare someone as blessed or holy, often in a religious context, usually after their death.

Example

The church beatified the monk for his acts of kindness and devotion.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that the church beatified that famous nun last week?

Yeah, I read about it! She really dedicated her life to helping others.

It’s amazing how her work was finally recognized after all these years.

Root Explanation

Beatified → It is formed from 'beatificus' (from Latin, meaning making happy or blessed) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a state or condition). The word 'beatified' means having been made blessed or recognized as such, particularly in a religious context.

Memory Tip

Think of being made 'happy' or 'blessed' — 'beatificus' means to make happy, and the '-ed' shows that this state has been achieved.

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