sanctimonious
sanc
ˌsænk
sānk
ti
mo
ˈmoʊ
mow
nious
niəs
niēs
British pronunciation
/sˌɑːnktɪmˈə‍ʊnɪəs/

Definition & Meaning of "sanctimonious"in English

sanctimonious
01

attempting to showcase how one believes to be morally or religiously superior

example
Examples
Her sanctimonious remarks about others' behavior were seen as insincere and patronizing.
The politician ’s sanctimonious speeches often highlighted his moral superiority.

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