adjective

pious

pious, devout, sanctimonious

She is a pious woman who goes to church daily.

She is a pious woman who goes to church daily.

He made a pious show of his charity.

He made a pious show of his charity.

a pious ((person/action)) a pious (person/action) She is a very pious person.

Synonyms: devout, religious, reverent; Antonyms: impious, irreligious

From Latin 'pius' (dutiful, devout). Related to 'piety'.

Think of 'piety'. Someone who is 'pious' is full of 'piety'. Be aware of its potential for ironic or negative use (sanctimonious).

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