English Explanatory Dictionary

godliness

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The condition and quality of being godly, pious, scrupulously observant of all the teachings of one's religion, practicing virtue and avoiding sin.

Pronunciation

/ˈɡɒd.li.nəs/ /ˈɡɑd.li.nəs/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-godliness.wav LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-godliness.wav

Word forms

godliness godlinesses

Etymology

From godly + -ness.

Synonyms

angelicalness saintlikeness saintliness virtuousness angelicality angelicity angelicness decency godliness honesty honor integrity probity propriety rectitude righteousness rightfulness seemlihood seemliness uprightness

Related words

deity

Derived words

cleanliness is next to godliness
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