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Definition of Pious
1. Adjective. Having or showing or expressing reverence for a deity. "Pious readings"
Similar to: Devotional, Godly, Reverent, Worshipful, Holier-than-thou, Pharisaic, Pharisaical, Pietistic, Pietistical, Sanctimonious, Self-righteous, Prayerful
Also: Religious, Sacred, Virtuous, Unworldly
Antonyms: Impious
Derivative terms: Piousness
Definition of Pious
1. a. Of or pertaining to piety; exhibiting piety; reverential; dutiful; religious; devout; godly.
Definition of Pious
1. Adjective. Of or pertaining to piety, exhibiting piety, devout, godfearing. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Pious
1. marked by religious reverence [adj] : PIOUSLY [adv]
Medical Definition of Pious
1. 1. Of or pertaining to piety; exhibiting piety; reverential; dutiful; religious; devout; godly. "Pious hearts." . "Pious poetry." . "Where was the martial brother's pious care?" (Pope) 2. Practiced under the pretext of religion; prompted by mistaken piety; as, pious errors; pious frauds. Synonym: Godly, devout, religious, righteous. Origin: L. Pius: cf. F. Pieux. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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