Search

What is another word for Catechising?

Pronunciation: [kˈatɪt͡ʃˌa͡ɪzɪŋ] (IPA)

Catechising, or the process of teaching religious doctrine through a set of questions and answers, has various synonyms based on their usage and connotation. Instruction, education, and training are all synonyms for an overall approach to teaching, but specific to catechising, one can also use the terms examination, interrogation, and inquiry. Examination implies testing one's knowledge on a certain subject, interrogation denotes a more compelling approach, and inquiry has a more curious intent. Other less formal synonyms include coaching, mentoring, and advising, all of which suggest a personalized and relational approach to teaching rather than a purely academic one.
Hypernyms
Usage examples
Search

What are the hypernyms for Catechising?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Catechising

All associations that attempt to influence elections are in the habit of Catechising the candidates and publishing their answers, sometimes producing a decided effect upon the vote.
"The Government of England (Vol. I)"
A. Lawrence Lowell
It had been one of many disappointments to her that he should go to mill that day, instead of putting on his best coat and sitting in sullen discomfort through the pastor's "Catechising."
"Stories of the Foot-hills"
Margaret Collier Graham
There was little talk, or evidence of any human fellowship, in the Carrington household on the Lord's Day; there was a word or two of grave commendation on the sermon during dinner; and in the afternoon there was the Evening Prayer to be attended in St. Sepulchre's followed by an exposition, and a public Catechising on Calvin's questions and answers.
"By What Authority?"
Robert Hugh Benson

Word of the Day

Chases sign
The term "Chases sign" refers to a linguistic phenomenon known as synonymy, wherein multiple words or phrases are used interchangeably to convey a similar meaning. Synonyms for "Ch...