papistry
/ˈpeɪpɪstri/
noun
- The system, practices, or beliefs of the Roman Catholic Church, especially when referred to in a critical or disapproving way.
- In the 16th century, many English people feared the return of papistry.
- The writer condemned what he called the tyranny of papistry.
- The term 'papistry' is now considered old-fashioned and offensive to some.