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sanctimonious meaning and definition
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Definition of sanctimonious (adjective)
- Acting like you are better or more holy than other people, often when this is not true.
- "Despite his sanctimonious speeches, he was found to be corrupt."
- "She didn't like his sanctimonious tone when he discussed charity work."
- "a sickening sanctimonious smile"
- synonyms: holier-than-thou, pharisaic, pharisaical, pietistic, pietistical, self-righteous
Source: Princeton University Wordnet