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Piety: meaning, definitions and examples

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piety

 

[ ˈpaɪəti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious devotion

Piety is the quality of being religious or reverent. It involves a deep respect for God or a higher power, as well as a strong sense of devotion to religious practices and beliefs. Piety often manifests itself in acts of worship, prayer, and adherence to religious teachings.

Synonyms

devotion, faithfulness, reverence

Examples of usage

  • Her piety was evident in the way she attended church every Sunday without fail.
  • The monk's piety was admired by all who knew him.
  • His piety guided him in times of trouble and uncertainty.
Context #2 | Noun

loyalty to family

Piety can also refer to a strong sense of loyalty and devotion to one's family. It involves caring for and supporting family members, prioritizing their well-being, and showing love and respect towards them.

Synonyms

family loyalty, filial devotion

Examples of usage

  • She showed great piety towards her elderly parents, taking care of them in their old age.
  • His piety towards his siblings was evident in the way he always stood up for them.

Translations

Translations of the word "piety" in other languages:

🇵🇹 piedade

🇮🇳 भक्ति

🇩🇪 Frömmigkeit

🇮🇩 kesalehan

🇺🇦 побожність

🇵🇱 pobożność

🇯🇵 敬虔

🇫🇷 piété

🇪🇸 piedad

🇹🇷 dindarlık

🇰🇷 경건

🇸🇦 تَقْوى

🇨🇿 zbožnost

🇸🇰 zbožnosť

🇨🇳 虔诚

🇸🇮 pobožnost

🇮🇸 trúarhollusta

🇰🇿 құдайшылдық

🇬🇪 ღმრთისმსახურება

🇦🇿 dindarlıq

🇲🇽 piedad

Etymology

The word 'piety' has its origins in Latin, coming from the Latin word 'pietas' meaning 'dutiful conduct, sense of duty'. It has evolved over time to encompass notions of religious devotion and loyalty to family. The concept of piety has been a central theme in many religious and philosophical traditions, emphasizing the importance of reverence, devotion, and loyalty in one's beliefs and relationships.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,813 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.