Associations to the word «Pharisaical»

Wiktionary

PHARISAICAL, adjective. Emphasizing the observance of ritual or practice over the meaning; self-righteous, hypocritical. [from 16th c.]
PHARISAICAL, adjective. Of or pertaining to the Pharisees. [from 16th c.]

Dictionary definition

PHARISAICAL, adjective. Excessively or hypocritically pious; "a sickening sanctimonious smile".

Wise words

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Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.