To organize, divide, or emphasize along denominational lines; to increase the prominence or influence of denominational distinctions.
From 'denominational' + '-ize' suffix (to make or cause to be). A rare verb created to express the process of strengthening denominational identity.
When religious groups 'denominationalize,' they're drawing boundaries and emphasizing what makes them different—the opposite of what ecumenical movements try to do!
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