pietism

noun
pi·​e·​tism | \ ˈpī-ə-ˌti-zəm How to pronounce pietism (audio) \

Definition of pietism

1 capitalized : a 17th century religious movement originating in Germany in reaction to formalism and intellectualism and stressing Bible study and personal religious experience
2a : emphasis on devotional experience and practices
b : affectation of devotion

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Other Words from pietism

pietist \ ˈpī-​ə-​tist How to pronounce pietist (audio) \ adjective or noun, often capitalized

Examples of pietism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Even Gandhi’s own pietism, for all his protestations of love and friendship, could set Muslim nerves on edge. Ferdinand Mount, WSJ, "‘Gandhi: The Years That Changed the World’ Review: The Prophet as Politician," 1 Nov. 2018

First Known Use of pietism

1697, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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