Holier-Than-Thou

Synonyms of holier-than-thou

• pious
• self-righteous
• sanctimonious

Antonyms of holier-than-thou

• humble
• modest
• down-to-earth

Collocations of holier-than-thou

attitude

Frequency: 70 %

Her holier-than-thou attitude rubbed everyone the wrong way.

tone

Frequency: 60 %

He spoke with a holier-than-thou tone, making it hard for others to connect with him.

behavior

Frequency: 50 %

Her holier-than-thou behavior alienated her from her peers.

demeanor

Frequency: 45 %

His holier-than-thou demeanor made it difficult for others to approach him.

aura

Frequency: 40 %

She exuded a holier-than-thou aura that made others feel inferior.

Idiomatic Expressions for holier-than-thou

• Phrase: holier-than-thou complex
  Meaning: A sense of superiority or self-righteousness over others.
  Usage: She suffers from a holier-than-thou complex, believing she is always right.