1. the quality or state of being canonical; conformity to a general rule or acceptable procedure
Usage: formal
2. the status of being included in an accepted canon of literary works or religious texts
Usage: literary; religious

Examples

• Scholars debated the canonicity of the newly discovered manuscript.
• The canonicity of certain biblical books was established over centuries.
• Literary critics questioned the canonicity of contemporary works.
• The canonicity of the procedure was confirmed by the review board.
• Religious authorities determined the canonicity of the ancient texts.
• The canonicity of Shakespeare’s plays has never been in doubt.