noun
sanctimony
Sanctimony (noun) means a hypocritical form of excessive piety, considered to be an affectation merely for public show.
noun
1
A hypocritical form of excessive piety, considered to be an affectation merely for public show.
2
A state of holiness.
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Etymology
From Middle French sanctimonie, from Latin sānctimōnia (“sanctity, sacredness; purity, chastity”), from sanctus (“holy”) + -monia (“action or result of an action”).
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What is the meaning of sanctimony?
"sanctimony" (noun) means a hypocritical form of excessive piety, considered to be an affectation merely for public show.
What are the different meanings of sanctimony?
"sanctimony" has 2 main meanings: 1. A hypocritical form of excessive piety, considered to be an affectation merely for public show; 2. A state of holiness.