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religionism

/rɪˈlɪdʒ.ən.ɪ.zəm/

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noun

/rɪˈlɪdʒ.ən.ɪ.zəm/C2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее преувеличенное или показное религиозное рвение, благочестие или преданность, часто подразумевающее чрезмерную или нетерпимую приверженность религиозным убеждениям.

A noun referring to exaggerated or affected religious zeal, piety, or devotion, often implying excessive or intolerant adherence to religious beliefs.

uncountable

  1. Exaggerated religious zealotryC1formal

    An excessive or extreme devotion to religious beliefs, often leading to intolerance or fanaticism.

    ruРелигиозный фанатизм

    • His religionism alienated many of his former friends.
    • The movement was criticized for its narrow religionism.
    • History shows the dangers of unchecked religionism.

    Synonymsbigotrydogmatismfanaticismsectarianismzealotry

  2. Affected piety and religious zealC1formal

    An exaggerated or ostentatious display of religious devotion, often seen as insincere or hypocritical.

    ruПоказное благочестие

    • Her religionism was more about appearances than genuine faith.
    • He was accused of religionism for his overly public prayers.
    • The community grew tired of his constant religionism.

    Synonymscantpietismreligiositysanctimoniousnesssanctimonyunctuousness

Forms
  • religionisms plural form
  • religionisms' possessive plural form
  • religionism's possessive singular form