Secularize (verb)

To make secular or to remove religious influence and beliefs in favor of non-religious or secular beliefs, values and practices.

Origin:

From the latin word "saeculum" meaning age or generation and the suffix "-ize", indicating the process of making something.

Examples:

1. The government has been accused of secularizing the education system.
2. Many believe that secularization is eroding traditional values and morals.
3. The church's role in society has been secularized over time.
4. Some argue that the media is secularizing the youth.
5. The process of secularization has led to a decline in religious practices and beliefs.