adj
pharisaical
Pharisaical (adj) means of or pertaining to the Pharisees.
adj
1
Of or pertaining to the Pharisees.
2
Emphasizing the observance of ritual or practice over the meaning; self-righteous, hypocritical.
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Etymology
From Late Latin Pharisaicus + -al.
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What is the meaning of pharisaical?
"pharisaical" (adj) means of or pertaining to the Pharisees.
What are the different meanings of pharisaical?
"pharisaical" has 2 main meanings: 1. Of or pertaining to the Pharisees; 2. Emphasizing the observance of ritual or practice over the meaning; self-righteous, hypocritical.