Definition

To make something secular or free from religious control, allowing it to be managed by laypeople instead of clergy.

Example

The government decided to laicize the school system to ensure it was free from religious influence.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you read about the plans to laicize the school curriculum?

Yeah, I heard they want to make it more secular and less religious.

I think it's a good move, it could help everyone feel more included.

Absolutely! It’s important to give more control to the community.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Laicize → It is formed from "laicus" (from Greek "laikos", meaning of the people) and the suffix "-ize" (meaning to make or to become). The word "laicize" means to make something lay or non-clerical, relating to the general populace rather than the clergy.

Memory Tip

Think of 'laikos' meaning 'of the people' — when something is laicized, it becomes more about the general public rather than the clergy.

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