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saintly

UK
/ˈseɪntli/
US
/ˈseɪntli/

Translations

saintlyadjective
saintlier
Comp.
saintliest
Super.
UK
/ˈseɪntli/
US
/ˈseɪntli/
She had a saintly patience with the children.
У нее было святое терпение с детьми.
His saintly demeanor inspired everyone around him.
Его благочестивое поведение вдохновляло всех вокруг.
Additional translations
священный
праведный
божественный
Synonyms
holy
pious
devout
righteous
virtuous
angelic
godly
sacred
Antonyms
unholy
wicked
sinful
saintlyadverb
UK
/ˈseɪnt.li/
US
/ˈseɪnt.li/
Rare, informal use meaning 'in a saint-like manner'.
Synonyms
piously
devoutly
reverently
holily
saintlily
angelically
beatifically
righteously

Definitions

saintlyadjective
Exhibiting qualities associated with a saint, such as virtue, holiness, or benevolence.
Her saintly patience with the children was admired by everyone in the community.
Resembling or characteristic of a saint; exceptionally kind, patient, or selfless.
He was known for his saintly demeanor, always ready to help those in need without expecting anything in return.
Of or relating to a saint or saints.
The cathedral is famous for its collection of saintly relics.
saintlyadverb
In a manner befitting a saint; with great holiness, patience, or benevolence.
He accepted the hardship saintly, without complaint.
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