excommunication in a sentence
n.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
Excommunication is the formal exclusion of an individual from participation in the sacraments and services of a church or religious community.
Sample Sentences
- The church imposed excommunication on those who openly challenged its teachings.
- His excommunication from the community left him feeling isolated and betrayed.
- After a lengthy trial, the bishop announced the excommunication of the errant priest.
- Excommunication was historically used as a powerful tool to maintain doctrinal purity.
- The fear of excommunication often kept members in line with the church’s strict rules.