piety

• 名词，指虔诚、敬神或恭敬的品质，常表现为对宗教义务和道德原则的忠实。

A noun referring to the quality of being religious, devout, or reverent, often demonstrated through devotion to religious duties and moral principles.

不可数

1. Religious devotionB2formal

   The quality of being religious or reverent; devotion to religious duties and practices.

   虔敬

   • Her piety was evident in her daily prayers and charitable work.
   • The monk's life was one of deep piety and meditation.
   • Piety is often considered a virtue in many religious traditions.

   同义词devotiondevoutnessfaithgodlinessholinessreligiosityreligiousnessreverencespiritualityveneration

   反义词godlessnessimpietyimpiousnessirreligionungodlinessunholiness

2. Dutiful respectC1formal

   A strong sense of duty and respect, especially towards parents, family, or one's country.

   孝道

   • Filial piety is a core value in many cultures, emphasizing respect for one's parents.
   • He showed great piety towards his elders by caring for them in their old age.
   • The concept of piety extends beyond religion to include loyalty and devotion to one's community.

   同义词devotiondutifulnessloyaltyrespectreverenceveneration

   反义词disloyaltydisrespectirreverencerebellion