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pietist

/ˈpaɪətɪst/

/ˈpaɪəˌtɪst/

pietistnoun

pietists

/ˈpaɪətɪst/

/ˈpaɪəˌtɪst/

Translations

The pietist was known for his devout religious practices.

Пиетист был известен своими благочестивыми религиозными практиками.

Definitions

A member of a movement within Lutheranism that emphasizes personal faith, devotion, and the importance of living a pious life.

The pietist devoted much of his time to prayer and community service.

A person who is excessively or ostentatiously pious.

He was considered a pietist by his peers due to his constant display of religious devotion.

Synonyms

devout person

religious enthusiast

fervent believer

zealous worshipper

pietistadjective

more pietist

Comp.

most pietist

Super.

/ˈpaɪətɪst/

Definitions

Relating to Pietism or its followers.

Pietist theology placed a strong emphasis on personal devotion.

Characterized by excessive or ostentatious piety.

His pietist tone alienated the more liberal members of the group.