RELIGIOSE Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

religiose

adjective

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Adjective

Though arguably one of the most pietistic, genuine and well-intentioned presidents of the 20th century, Carter’s presidency was clouded by challenges, many of which were out of his control.

— Noah Eckstein, Variety, 29 Dec. 2024
Warnock’s doctoral thesis, the basis of a book published in 2013, was about the divide in the Black church between a pietistic tradition, which emphasized individual righteousness and uplift, and a social one, epitomized by King.

— Benjamin Wallace-Wells, The New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2022

Definition of pietistic

Adjective

Lakshmana’s final act of service occurs when Kala (time personified), disguised as an ascetic messenger, requests a private audience with Rama.

— Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
But there is a certain ascetic simplicity to this labyrinthine heritage building that remains relatively unadorned.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of ascetic

Adjective

Hood is a spiritual advisor to inmates all over the country, but has been busier than usual in Florida — a state that has put a record-breaking 38 people to death since 2025, with more scheduled this year, under the guidance of DeSantis.

— Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2026
And then, obviously, there’s the spiritual side of this, his spiritual struggle with his faith.

— Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of spiritual

Adjective

The Heritage Wing is the quieter, more reverential counterpart—lower-rise and more intimate, designed as a direct homage to the original 1962 Okura.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Both jewelry pieces served as reverential reminders of Haaland’s own history and connection to her community.

— Footwear News, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of reverential

Adjective

After a while, though, all the professions of sincerity and thanks, the constant invocations of the one true POTUS, and the worshipful exhibits upstairs give the whole place a cultish, nostalgic gleam.

— Justin Davidson, Curbed, 4 June 2026
The secret in the biscuits is the pairing of cheddar with bacon, with the overall result being worshipful thanks from those who are lucky enough to partake.

— Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 25 May 2026

Definition of worshipful

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