Pronunciation: /sæŋkˈtɪməniəs/
adjective making a show of being morally superior to other people
A1 She always acts sanctimonious when talking about her healthy lifestyle.
A2 The politician's sanctimonious speech did not impress the audience.
B1 The teacher's sanctimonious attitude towards students who didn't do their homework was off-putting.
B2 His sanctimonious behavior towards his coworkers made him unpopular in the office.
C1 The CEO's sanctimonious remarks about ethical business practices were met with skepticism by the board members.
C2 The author's sanctimonious tone in her latest novel alienated many readers.
formal The politician's sanctimonious attitude towards the issue did not sit well with the public.
informal I can't stand how sanctimonious she acts when she talks about eating healthy.
slang Stop being so sanctimonious about your grades, nobody likes a show-off.
figurative His sanctimonious behavior was like a dark cloud hanging over the family gathering.
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