La secularització
Example: La secularització va transformar profundament la societat catalana al segle XX.
Definition
"Secularization" refers to the process by which religious influence, authority, and structures diminish in society, often leading to a shift toward non-religious or civil institutions. In history, "secularization" marks significant changes in culture, politics, and social norms, as seen in 20th-century Catalonia.
Etymology
The word "secularization" comes from the Latin root 'saeculum,' meaning 'age' or 'world,' combined with the suffix '-ization,' indicating a process. It originally described the transfer of church property to secular control, evolving to mean the broader reduction of religious influence in society.
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