Associations to the word «Popish»

Wiktionary

POPISH, adjective. (derogatory) of or pertaining to Roman Catholicism
POPISH, adjective. (derogatory) acting like, or holding beliefs similar to, the pope.

Dictionary definition

POPISH, adjective. Of or relating to or supporting Romanism; "the Roman Catholic Church".

Wise words

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Nathaniel Hawthorne