Definition

The state of being deeply religious or devoted to God.

Example

Her piousness was evident in her daily prayers and charitable acts.

Conversation

I was reading about different beliefs and their values of piousness.

That's interesting! Do you think it's important in today’s world?

I do, especially since it can bring people together through shared values.

Absolutely! It fosters a sense of community and understanding.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Piousness → It is formed from "pious" (from Latin *pius*, meaning devout or dutiful) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "piousness" refers to the state of being devout or exhibiting reverence towards a deity.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'devout' ('pious') and the '-ness' indicating a state or quality. This helps you remember that piousness means the quality of being devout.

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