What is another word for assumed piety?
Pronunciation: [ɐsˈuːmd pˈa͡ɪ͡əti] (IPA) 
Assumed piety refers to the false belief or pretense of being religious or spiritual. Synonyms for this term include feigned holiness, pretended devotion, affected sanctity, pretended religiousness, insincere piety, and phony spirituality. These words describe the act of putting on a show of religiousness without genuinely believing or practicing the faith. Assumed piety is often used as a tool to manipulate others or appear virtuous in the eyes of society. However, true piety is rooted in a genuine connection with higher principles and a commitment to living a moral and ethical life. It cannot be feigned or pretended.
