Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples
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Word:
self-righteous
IPA transcription: [s,ɛlfɹ'aɪtʃəs]
adverb
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
holier-than-thou, pietistic, pietistical, pharisaic, pharisaical, sanctimonious, self-righteous
Meaning:
excessively or hypocritically pious; "a sickening sanctimonious smile"
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