pious
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/ˈpaɪəs/
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/ˈpaɪəs/
showing a sincere respect for religious beliefs
She offered a pious prayer for her family's safety.
彼女は家族の安全のために虔敬な祈りを捧げた。
pretending to be more religious or moral than you really are, often to impress others
He was accused of being pious, but in reality, he was just seeking attention.
彼は虔敬であると非難されましたが、実際にはただ注目を求めていただけです。
a hope or wish that is unlikely to be fulfilled
The politician's promise was seen as nothing more than a pious hope.
政治家の約束は、ただの虔敬な希望としか見なされなかった。