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Meaning of saintly
The primary meaning of "saintly" is having or showing a very high level of moral virtue or goodness.
Etymology of saintly
The word "saintly" originates from the Old French word "saint", meaning holy or saint, and the suffix "-ly", which forms an adverb or adjective
The term has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe individuals who embody exceptional moral virtue or goodness
Synonyms
virtuous
moral
righteous
noble
good
kind
benevolent
selfless
charitable
humane
compassionate
empathetic
gentle
mild
meek
humble
pious
devout
reverent
godly
holy
pure
innocent
chaste
upright
honorable
ethical
principled
just
fair
impartial
merciful
forgiving
tolerant
patient
long-suffering
beatific
angelic
heavenly
divine
Definitions
- Having or showing a very high level of moral virtue or goodness, similar to that of a saint
- * Giving an impression of moral virtue or goodness, often in a way that seems excessive or insincere
Usage Examples
- The saintly figure of the monk inspired devotion in the local community
- * Her saintly demeanor and charitable works earned her widespread respect and admiration
- * The artist's depiction of the saintly mother and child was renowned for its beauty and emotional depth
Antonyms
wicked
evil
immoral
sinful
vile
depraved
corrupt
degenerate
perverse
twisted
cruel
heartless
ruthless
merciless
intolerant
impatient
unforgiving
unjust
unfair
dishonest
unscrupulous
unprincipled
shameless
impious
profane
blasphemous
godless
irreverent