Canonic
adjective
Relating to or ordered by church canon law.
The canonic requirements for a marriage in this church are quite strict.
Often appears as...
- canonic law
- canonic requirements
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Accepted as being accurate and authoritative.
The canonic texts of ancient Greece continue to influence modern literature.
Often appears as...
- canonic text
- canonic theory
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
adjective
Pertaining to an established set of principles or accepted norms.
Her designs remained canonic in the fashion industry.
Often appears as...
- canonic principles
- canonic norms
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Relating to or ordered by church canon law.
The canonic requirements for a marriage in this church are quite strict.
Often appears as...
- canonic law
- canonic requirements
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Accepted as being accurate and authoritative.
The canonic texts of ancient Greece continue to influence modern literature.
Often appears as...
- canonic text
- canonic theory
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
adjective
Pertaining to an established set of principles or accepted norms.
Her designs remained canonic in the fashion industry.
Often appears as...
- canonic principles
- canonic norms
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Church Context
Used specifically within religious discussions or texts regarding church regulations.
The bishop discussed the canonic rules for clergy conduct.
Pro Tip 2/2Legal Tone
It implies a sense of legality within church matters, similar to national laws.
He studied canonic legislation to understand the church's governance.
Compare with
authenticauthoritativecanonicalconventionalestablishnormativityrecognizetraditional
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