Religieusement (en. Religiously)

[ʁe.li.ʒjøz.mɑ̃]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
In a manner consistent with a religious belief.
He practices his faith religiously every Sunday.
Il pratique religieusement sa foi chaque dimanche.
With great attention to detail or rituals.
She follows her diet religiously.
Elle suit religieusement son régime alimentaire.
Obsessively or with excessive rigor.
He records every expense religiously in his notebook.
Il note religieusement chaque dépense dans son carnet.

Etymology

From the Latin 'religiosus', meaning 'devoted, pious'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to pray religiously
To say a prayer with devotion.
prier religieusement
to follow religiously
To respect or observe rigorously.
suivre religieusement
to act religiously
To act with seriousness or attention.
agir religieusement

Related Words

religious
Relating to religion.
religieux
belief
Personal conviction related to faith.
croyance
devotion
Fervent attachment to a cause or belief.
dévotion

Slang Meanings

Seriously or in an obsessive manner.
He always does his homework religiously, like a real nerd.
Il fait toujours ses devoirs religieusement, comme un vrai nerd.
With a lot of care and rigor.
She follows her playlist religiously every morning.
Elle suit sa playlist religieusement chaque matin.