pious
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/ˈpaɪəs/
🇬🇧
/ˈpaɪəs/
adjective
R
showing a sincere respect for religious beliefs
She offered a pious prayer for her family's safety.
R
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.
R
a hope or wish that is unlikely to be fulfilled
The politician's promise was seen as nothing more than a pious hope.
translation
showing a sincere respect for religious beliefs; pretending to be more religious or moral than you really are, often to impress others; a hope or wish that is unlikely to be fulfilled