piously
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Definition
- Adverb:
- In a devout and pious manner: Showing deep religious feeling or reverence in one's actions or attitude.
Usage
The adverb "piously" is used to describe how an action is performed with sincere religious devotion or reverence. It modifies verbs to indicate the manner of the action.
Examples
- She prayed piously every morning.
- The pilgrims walked piously toward the sacred site.
- He spoke piously about the importance of charity.
Advanced Usage
- "to act piously": to behave in a way that shows religious devotion.
- He acted piously, following every ritual of his faith.
- "to hope piously": to wish for something with a devout or earnest attitude.
- They piously hoped for a peaceful resolution.
Variants and Related Words
- Pious (adjective): devoutly religious.
- He is a pious man who attends services regularly.
- Piety (noun): the quality of being pious.
- Her actions were motivated by deep piety.
Synonyms
- Devoutly: in a deeply religious manner.
- Reverently: with deep respect and awe.
Antonyms
- Impioulsy: in a manner lacking respect for God or religion.
- Irreverently: without due respect.
Adverb
- in a devout and pious manner
- she was devoutly Catholic