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episcopalism

[ ih-pis-kuh-puh-liz-uhm ]

noun

  1. the theory of church polity according to which the supreme ecclesiastical authority is vested in the episcopal order as a whole, and not in any individual except by delegation.

episcopalism

/ ɪˈpɪskəpəˌlɪzəm /

noun

  1. the belief that a Church should be governed by bishops

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Origin of episcopalism1

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Example Sentences

Episcopalism sought revenge on its opponent, and it triumphed.

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