sacramentalism

English

Etymology

sacramental +‎ -ism

Noun

sacramentalism (usually uncountable, plural sacramentalisms)

1. (theology) The belief that observance of the sacraments is necessary for salvation, or belief in their efficacy.
2. (theology) The belief that the natural world is a reflection or imitation of a perfect supernatural one.

Synonyms

• (belief in observation or efficacy of the sacraments): sacramentarianism