Definition

A showy or excessive display of religious devotion or piety.

Example

His piosity was evident in the way he spoke about his faith.

Conversation

Have you noticed that some people show a lot of piosity lately?

Yeah, it can be a bit much sometimes, right?

I mean, it's great to be sincere, but the exaggeration just feels off.

Exactly, it makes me wonder about their true intentions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from Latin 'pietas' (meaning piety or dutifulness) combined with the suffix '-ity' (meaning the state or quality of). The word 'piosity' refers to the state or quality of being pious or dutiful.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pietas' which means piety, and remember that 'piosity' describes the quality of being pious or dutiful.

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