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    Piété (en. Piety)

    /pje.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A feeling of deep respect towards something sacred or important.
    His piety towards his ancestors is exemplary.
    Sa piété envers ses ancêtres est exemplaire.
    Religious devotion, often manifested through rites or prayers.
    The piety of the faithful during the Mass was palpable.
    La piété des fidèles lors de la messe était palpable.
    An attitude of respect and devotion towards moral and ethical values.
    He demonstrates piety in his social commitment.
    Il fait preuve de piété dans son engagement social.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'pietatem', meaning 'devotion', 'respect'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    acting with piety
    to act with respect and devotion.
    agissant avec piété
    filial piety
    respect and devotion towards one's parents.
    piété filiale
    religious piety
    devotion or respect towards religion.
    piété religieuse

    Related Words

    devotion
    Deep attachment to a cause, a religion, a person.
    dévotion
    respect
    Consideration or esteem towards someone or something.
    respect
    veneration
    Extreme respect and admiration, especially towards a deity.
    vénération

    Slang Meanings

    To show excessive devotion that borders on excess.
    He is so pious that he can't even joke about religion.
    Il est tellement piétiste qu'il ne peut même pas plaisanter sur la religion.
    Used ironically to refer to a person who pretends to be respectful.
    Don't be so pious, we all know you don't really mean it.
    Ne sois pas si piétiste, on sait tous que tu ne le penses pas vraiment.