Definition

The quality or state of being accepted as a standard or authoritative in a particular field, often related to literature, religion, or art.

Example

The canonicity of the text was debated among scholars for many years.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the canonicity of that book series?

Yeah, it's interesting how some stories become classics while others fade away.

Right? I wonder what makes a story achieve that kind of canonicity.

Maybe it's the themes or characters that resonate with readers over time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Canonicity → It is formed from "canon" (from Greek "kanon", meaning rule or standard) and the suffix "-icity" (meaning the quality of). The word "canonicity" refers to the quality of being canonical or conforming to a rule or standard.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'rule' ('canon') that defines a certain 'quality' ('-icity') — that's what canonicity means.

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