sanctimony
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təˌmoʊ noun
1.
pretended, affected, or hypocritical religious devotion, righteousness, etc.
2.
Obsolete. sanctity; sacredness.
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sanctimonious (ˌsæŋktɪˈməʊnɪəs) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —adj | |
| affecting piety or making a display of holiness | |
| [C17: from Latin sanctimonia sanctity, from sanctus holy] | |
| sancti'moniously | |
| —adv | |
| sancti'moniousness | |
| —n | |
| 'sanctimony | |
| —n | |
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Sanctimony
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Example sentences
All counsels of moderation were ignored, as vengefulness, expediency and moral sanctimony combined to impose a vindictive peace.
The greenies are derided for their shrill sanctimony.
Steering clear of stuffiness and sanctimony, it offers something for all members of the family.
Thanks for your concern and your sanctimony, but no thanks.
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