Meaning of Sanctimony | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A hypocritical form of excessive piety, considered to be an affectation merely for public show.
   countable, uncountable
2. A state of holiness.
   countable, obsolete, uncountable

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Examples

“At its best[…] “The Newsroom” has a wit, sophistication and manic energy that recalls James L. Brooks’s classic movie “Broadcast⟳ News.” But at its worst, the show⟳ chokes on its own⟳ sanctimony.”

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