Holier-than-thou Definition

hōlē-ər-thən-thou
adjective
Exhibiting an attitude of superior virtue; self-righteously pious.
American Heritage
Sanctimonious or self-righteous to an annoying degree; priggish.
Webster's New World

Origin of Holier-than-thou

  • Translation of Isaiah 65:5 קְדֵשְׁתִּיךָ

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