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Synonyms for Sanctimonious & Similar Words

Definition of sanctimonious

adjective
  1. excessively or hypocritically pious; "a sickening sanctimonious smile"

4 synonyms found

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What are synonyms for sanctimonious?
Synonyms for sanctimonious include: pharisaic, pietistic, pious, pharisaical.
How many synonyms does sanctimonious have?
Sanctimonious has 4 synonyms.

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