Definition

To make something secular, meaning to separate it from religious or spiritual influence.

Example

The government decided to secularise the education system to ensure neutrality in schools.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how the government is trying to secularise more public spaces?

Yeah, I saw that! It seems like a big change for our community.

I think it's important to secularise these areas to be inclusive for everyone.

Absolutely, it helps create a more welcoming environment for all.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Secularise → It is formed from "saecularis" (from Latin, meaning worldly or temporal) and the suffix "-ise" (meaning to make or to become). The word "secularise" means to make something worldly or to remove it from religious or spiritual influence.

Memory Tip

Think of 'worldly' ('saecularis') to remember that 'secularise' means to make something more about the world and less about religion.

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