Pius XI
Definition
Proper noun 1. A pope of the Roman Catholic Church: Pius XI was the 259th pope, whose pontificate lasted from 1922 to 1939. He is historically noted for signing the Lateran Treaty, which established Vatican City as a sovereign state. 2. A historical figure: Refers specifically to Ambrogio Damiano Achille Ratti, who took the name Pius XI upon his election.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Pius XI condemned totalitarian regimes in his encyclical letters.
- The Lateran Treaty was negotiated during the papacy of Pius XI.
Advanced Usage
- "The pontificate of Pius XI": Refers to the period and events of his time as pope.
- The pontificate of Pius XI was marked by significant Church-state diplomacy.
Variants and Related Words
- Achille Ratti: The birth name of Pius XI.
- Papa Pius XI: The Italian form of the name.
Synonyms
- The Pope (1922-1939): A contextual synonym when referring to that specific period.
- His Holiness Pius XI: A formal title.
Noun
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pope who signed a treaty with Mussolini recognizing the Vatican City as an independent state (1857-1939)
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