(sanc-ti-mo-ni-ous) 5 syllables

Definition

adjective. pretending to be pious or righteous; assuming an air of holiness or devotion.

Example Sentence

The sanctimonious lady was annoying.

Synonyms

holier-than-thou; pious; righteous; sanctimony

Antonyms

unsanctimonious

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

sanctimonious
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • antonius
  • erroneous
  • felonious
  • harmonious
  • palonius
  • thelonius

  • acrimonious
  • sanctimonious

  • unceremonious