Piety

Noun

Definition: The quality of being religious or reverent.

Synonyms: Devoutness, Godliness, Reverence

Antonyms: Impiety, Irreverence, Godlessness

Examples:

Her piety was evident in her daily prayers and devotion to her faith.
The villagers admired his piety and dedication to the church.

Mnemonics:

Think of "piety" as similar to "pious," which means exhibiting religious devotion.

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English from Old French "pieté" and Latin "pietas"

Historical Usage:

The term "piety" has been used since the 14th century to describe religious devotion and reverence.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Acts of piety"

Explanation:

Refers to religious or reverent actions or practices, often associated with devotion or worship.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Piety is synonymous with strict religiousness or conservatism.

Explanation:

While piety can be associated with religious devotion, it does not necessarily imply a specific level of strictness or conservative beliefs. Piety can manifest in different ways for different individuals or religious traditions.