piety

/ˈpaɪəti/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈpaɪəti/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈpī-ə-tē/ (ame, mw)

piety — noun

1. deep religious respect that can be seen in a person's everyday actions and moral

1.名詞C2
釋義

deep religious respect that can be seen in a person's everyday actions and moral choices

例句

Aoi's quiet piety shaped every part of her daily routine.

piety + shape someone's daily routine

The old village chapel reflected the piety of local families.

同義詞
  • devotion

    often stresses loving dedication or committed worship more than outward moral conduct

  • religious faith

    focuses on belief itself, while piety also suggests behavior that shows that belief

  • reverence

    centers more on deep respect than on a whole religious way of life

反義詞
  • impiety

    direct opposite; lack of proper respect for God or religion

  • irreverence

    stresses disrespect in attitude, words, or behavior

文法句型

piety of somebody

piety toward God

show piety

用法筆記

Often used in formal writing about a person's religious life. Common with verbs such as show, reflect, and admire, and it usually refers to faith that is visible in daily behavior.

常見錯誤

❌Piety only means having a religion.
✅Piety suggests religious belief that is visible in daily behavior.
💡the word usually refers to faith shown through actions, not belief alone.
❌Her piety made her fear God.
✅Her piety led her to respect God and live carefully.
💡piety usually emphasizes respectful devotion, not simple fear.