Ecclesiasticalness

/ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪkəlnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being ecclesiastical; the character of belonging to or being associated with the church.

Etymology

From 'ecclesiastical' plus the abstract noun suffix '-ness'. Creates a noun describing the essence or degree of churchly character.

Kelly Says

This word captures an entire philosophy—'ecclesiasticalness' measures how much something embodies church values, from a completely secular act (low ecclesiasticalness) to a sacred ritual (high ecclesiasticalness)!

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