Synonyms for Canonize & Similar Words
Definition of canonize
- verb
- declare (a dead person) to be a saint; "After he was shown to have performed a miracle, the priest was canonized"
- treat as a sacred person; "He canonizes women"
2 synonyms found
Writing tips for "canonize"
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