GODLINESS Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

godliness

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as in holiness

the quality or state of being spiritually pure or virtuous they say that cleanliness is next to godliness

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Recent Examples of godliness On both sides of the war for Gilead, usefulness is next to godliness. — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 15 Apr. 2026 At its core, this transit is a reminder that clarity is power and in Virgo’s world, cleanliness really is next to godliness. — Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025 Cowliness is next to godliness. — Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 11 Aug. 2025

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Christian figures who embody ideals of goodness and holiness – saints, Mary and even Jesus – are the ones who rule the runway.

— Lynn S. Neal, The Conversation, 11 May 2026
Others limit prayer to God alone and emphasize remembering saints primarily as historical models of holiness.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Mar. 2026

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Camino de Santiago blends history, spirituality and scenery on the route to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, the resting place of the apostle Saint James.

— Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026
The Camino de Santiago in Spain Blending history, spirituality and scenery, the Camino de Santiago leads to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, said to be the resting place of the apostle Saint James.

— Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026

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