Pietism
[pahy-i-tiz-uhm]
noun
a movement, originating in the Lutheran Church in Germany in the 17th century, that stressed personal piety over religious formality and orthodoxy.
the principles and practices of the Pietists.
(lowercase) intensity of religious devotion or feeling.
(lowercase) exaggeration or affectation of piety.
Origin of Pietism
Synonyms for Pietism
4. sanctimony.
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Examples from the Web for pietist
Historical Examples of pietist
She caused the Pietist to visit her daily and instruct her in the stern belief.
A German PompadourMarie Hay
"You are not going to be a pietist, I suppose," broke in the doctor as he filled his glass.
Fair Haven and Foul StrandAugust Strindberg
The housemaid was a pietist and allowed to be so, as much as she pleased.
The Growth of a SoulAugust Strindberg
He was also a pietist from spiritual pride, as all pietists are.
The Son of a ServantAugust Strindberg
He began to race with her, and frequented the pietist meetings.
The Son of a ServantAugust Strindberg
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