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- pronunciation:
- bi
ae
tih
faI
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb)
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
beatifies, beatifying, beatified |
| definition 1: |
to make profoundly happy or blissful.
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| definition 2: |
in the Roman Catholic Church, to proclaim (a deceased person) blessed in heaven and deserving of a ceremony of honor.
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| definition 3: |
to admire or exalt as superior.
Many classical music lovers beatify Bach's concertos. |
| related words: |
bless |
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