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pious

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Main Entry: pi·ous
Pronunciation: \ˈpī-əs\
Function: adjective
Etymology: Middle English, from Latin pius
Date: 15th century

1 a : marked by or showing reverence for deity and devotion to divine worship b : marked by conspicuous religiosity <a hypocrite—a thing all pious words and uncharitable deeds — Charles Reade>
2 : sacred or devotional as distinct from the profane or secular : religious <a pious opinion>
3 : showing loyal reverence for a person or thing : dutiful
4 a : marked by sham or hypocrisy b : marked by self-conscious virtue : virtuous
5 : deserving commendation : worthy <a pious effort>

pi·ous·ly adverb

pi·ous·ness noun


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