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PHARISAIC

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

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Meaning:

Excessively or hypocritically pious

Example:

a sickening sanctimonious smile

Synonyms:

holier-than-thou; pharisaic; pharisaical; pietistic; pietistical; sanctimonious; self-righteous

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Adjectives

Similar:

pious (having or showing or expressing reverence for a deity)

Derivation:

pharisee (a self-righteous or sanctimonious person)

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