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The correct spelling is sainted. To canonize, to formally recognize someone as a saint. For example: "Many wish to see Pope John Paul II sainted immediately."

Usage Examples

Many wish to see Pope John Paul II sainted immediately.

Pope John Paul II, of sainted memory, is a candidate for beatification.

My sainted mother never had an evening dress.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To canonize, to formally recognize someone as a saint.

adjective

  1. 1.Made a saint; saint-like, reverenced.
  2. 2.Used to mark a beloved person mentioned in conversation as being deceased.
  3. 3.Pious, saintly.
  4. 4.Much admired.

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