All piously synonyms
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P p adverb piously
- hypocritically — of the nature of hypocrisy, or pretense of having virtues, beliefs, principles, etc., that one does not actually possess: The parent who has a “do what I say and not what I do” attitude can appear hypocritical to a child.
- devoutly — Devoutly is used to emphasize how sincerely or deeply you hope for something or believe in something.
- evenhandedly — In an evenhanded manner.
- moralizingly — In a moralizing fashion.
- duteously — In a duteous manner.
- equitably — In an equitable manner.
- justly — in a just manner; honestly; fairly: Deal justly with the prisoners.
adv piously
- impartially — not partial or biased; fair; just: an impartial judge.
- fittingly — suitable or appropriate; proper or becoming.
- mystically — mystic; of or relating to supernatural agencies, affairs, occurrences, etc.: a strange, mystical experience.
- legitimately — according to law; lawful: the property's legitimate owner.
- benevolently — characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings: a benevolent attitude; her benevolent smile.
- decorously — characterized by dignified propriety in conduct, manners, appearance, character, etc.
- benignly — having a kindly disposition; gracious: a benign king.
- befittingly — suitable; proper; becoming: planned with a befitting sense of majesty.
- decently — conforming to the recognized standard of propriety, good taste, modesty, etc., as in behavior or speech.
- lawfully — allowed or permitted by law; not contrary to law: a lawful enterprise.
- fitly — in a proper or suitable manner.
- dutifully — performing the duties expected or required of one; characterized by doing one's duty: a dutiful citizen; a dutiful child.
- charitably — generous in donations or gifts to relieve the needs of indigent, ill, or helpless persons, or of animals: a charitable man giving much money to feed the poor.