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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sanctimonious

/sæŋktɪˈmoʊniəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does sanctimonious mean?

adjective

Excessively self-righteous or hypocritical in one's beliefs or actions; having a self-righteous attitude.

Example

"The politician's sanctimonious tone turned off many of his constituents."

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