Meaning of the word piety in English
What does piety mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
piety
US /ˈpaɪə.t̬i/
UK /ˈpaɪ.ə.ti/
Noun
1.
the quality of being religious or reverent
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Her deep piety was evident in her daily prayers and charitable acts.
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He was known for his unwavering piety and devotion to his faith.
2.
a belief or point of view that is accepted with unthinking conventional reverence
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He questioned the traditional pieties of his community.
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The politician often invoked national pieties in his speeches.