Definition

The quality of being universal or inclusive, often referring to a broad acceptance of various ideas or beliefs.

Example

The catholicity of the festival allowed people from different cultures to come together and celebrate.

Conversation

I really appreciate the catholicity of our community events.

Yeah, it brings together people from all walks of life.

It’s nice to see everyone included, no matter their background.

Absolutely, that diversity makes it so much richer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Catholicity is formed from "catholicus" (from Greek "katholikos", meaning universal) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the quality of being universal or all-encompassing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'universal' ('catholicus') to remember that 'catholicity' means the quality of being universal.

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