sanctimoniousness

The word “sanctimoniousness” has 6 syllables: sanc-ti-mo-ni-ous-ness.

It's pronounced as /sæŋkˈtɪməʊniəsˌnɪs/.


What is synonym and antonym for sanctimoniousness?

In the thesaurus, “sanctimoniousness” has 13 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for sanctimoniousness along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for sanctimoniousness

  • affectation
  • affectedness
  • deceit
  • deception
  • dishonesty
  • duplicity
  • perfidy
  • pretence
  • pretense
  • pretension
  • pretentiousness
  • self-righteousness
  • self-satisfaction

Antonyms for sanctimoniousness

  • genuineness
  • sincerity

Example Sentences

  • His constant moralizing and self-righteousness revealed the depth of his sanctimoniousness.
  • The teacher's sanctimoniousness grated on the students, who found her hypocritical.
  • Behind her facade of piety lay a streak of sanctimoniousness that alienated those around her.
  • The politician's speeches were dripping with sanctimoniousness, but his actions spoke otherwise.
  • In the community, her reputation for sanctimoniousness preceded her, making genuine connections difficult.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to sanctimoniousness, such as: affectation, affectedness, deceit, deception, dishonesty, duplicity, genuineness.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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