Popish
adjective
Related to the Roman Catholic Church, often used negatively.
The villagers held a lot of popish beliefs, according to the Protestant preacher.
Often appears as...
- popish beliefs
- popish rituals
Usage tips
Disapproving
adjective
Related to the Roman Catholic Church, often used negatively.
The villagers held a lot of popish beliefs, according to the Protestant preacher.
Often appears as...
- popish beliefs
- popish rituals
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The term 'popish' carries a derogatory tone, suggesting disapproval or contempt.
His popish ways were frowned upon in the multi-faith community.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Use
Historically, 'popish' was mainly used by Protestants criticizing Catholicism, especially during religious conflicts.
The old texts were filled with accusations of popish conspiracies.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Be mindful of the word's offensive potential, particularly in areas with Catholic heritage or populations.
She was unaware that her use of 'popish' could be offensive to some classmates.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The term 'popish' carries a derogatory tone, suggesting disapproval or contempt.
His popish ways were frowned upon in the multi-faith community.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Use
Historically, 'popish' was mainly used by Protestants criticizing Catholicism, especially during religious conflicts.
The old texts were filled with accusations of popish conspiracies.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Be mindful of the word's offensive potential, particularly in areas with Catholic heritage or populations.
She was unaware that her use of 'popish' could be offensive to some classmates.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The term 'popish' carries a derogatory tone, suggesting disapproval or contempt.
His popish ways were frowned upon in the multi-faith community.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Use
Historically, 'popish' was mainly used by Protestants criticizing Catholicism, especially during religious conflicts.
The old texts were filled with accusations of popish conspiracies.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Be mindful of the word's offensive potential, particularly in areas with Catholic heritage or populations.
She was unaware that her use of 'popish' could be offensive to some classmates.
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Quote examples
Dexter Holland
American Musician
If you go back to 'Pretty Fly,' it was a very popish song, but there was a satirical side to it, and I think that's cool. I like the idea that it's making people think just a little bit.
Quote examples
Dexter Holland
American Musician
If you go back to 'Pretty Fly,' it was a very popish song, but there was a satirical side to it, and I think that's cool. I like the idea that it's making people think just a little bit.
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