What is another word for Phariseeism?

Pronunciation: [fˈaɹɪsˌiːɪzəm] (IPA)

Phariseeism refers to the behavior of being hypocritical or self-righteous. Synonyms for this word include sanctimony, self-righteousness, insincerity, hypocrisy, pomposity, and pretension. These words describe the behavior of a person who is overly concerned with appearing moral or righteous but lacks genuine sincerity in their actions. Someone who practices Phariseeism may also be described as a fraud, a phony, or a charlatan. In contrast, an individual who is genuinely morally upright and does good works for the benefit of others may be described as altruistic, philanthropic, or virtuous. Understanding these synonyms can help us identify and avoid people who display Phariseeism in our everyday lives.

Usage examples for Phariseeism

I have a little sister also, who would like to love me, but there is in all her efforts just that touch of Phariseeism which destroys love."
"An Orkney Maid"
Amelia Edith Huddleston Barr
This bit of hypocritical Phariseeism not only indicates the inferior plane which women were supposed to occupy, but also that, however honored they may have been as wives and mothers, they enjoyed no portent of that chivalry which afterward grew from and was fostered by Christianity.
"Women of Early Christianity Woman: In all ages and in all countries, Vol. 3 (of 10)"
Alfred Brittain Mitchell Carroll
But when they hardened into the bigotry of Phariseeism, and froze into the scepticism of Sadduceeism, when they ceased to do the work, then they ceased to be the elect people.
"Orthodoxy: Its Truths And Errors"
James Freeman Clarke

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