Pronunciation: /ˌpaɪ.ɪˈtɪs.tɪk/
adjective relating to or characteristic of pietism, a movement in the Lutheran Church during the 17th and 18th centuries that stressed personal piety and devotion
A1 She has a pietistic attitude towards life, always focusing on doing good deeds.
A2 The pietistic teachings of the church emphasize the importance of prayer and meditation.
B1 The pietistic movement in the 17th century emphasized personal piety and devotion.
B2 The novel explores the protagonist's struggle with her pietistic upbringing and her desire for independence.
C1 The pietistic nature of the artwork reflects the artist's deep spiritual beliefs and devotion.
C2 His pietistic approach to charity work inspired many others to join in the cause.
formal The pietistic movement emphasized personal piety and devotion to God.
informal Some people find pietistic practices to be too strict for their liking.
slang I don't really vibe with all that pietistic stuff, you know?
figurative Her dedication to her work had a pietistic quality to it, as if she was on a spiritual journey towards success.
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