Definition of "sermonize" in Anglais

verb

1. (intransitive) To speak in the manner of a sermon; to preach; to propagate one's morality or opinions with speech.

2. (transitive) To preach a sermon to (somebody); to give (somebody) instruction or admonishment on the basis of one's morality or opinions.

3. (transitive) To say in the manner of a sermon or lecture.

   • 1917, George Creel (uncredited author) and Douglas Fairbanks, Laugh and Live, New York: Britton, Chapter 17, p. 144, Then as one man they jumped to their feet and by reason of prolonged cheering gave national impulse to a thought which has since been sermonized from thousands of pulpits.

4. (intransitive) To inculcate rigid rules.