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The quality of being religious or reverent
“Then, again, it is admitted that there are but few, very few, examples of unquestionable piety among very young persons.”
The state of being devoted to something, especially to a religious figure or doctrine
“Brown's commitment to her family, piety to her church, and skill as a writer reveal a commendable balance in her character that can be seen in the text of her hymns.”
The state or character of being morally pure or upright
“There are, however, in all these books, such genuine marks of integrity and piety, as must satisfy any reasonable person that no imposition or deception of any kind was intended by the writers.”
A state of acquiescence or compliance, especially to a religious figure or doctrine
“The artist in his creation, the worker in his work, the teacher in his teaching, if they are sincere and reflective of what they are doing, are performing acts of piety to the commands of an inner god.”
Smug or sanctimonious in one's self-righteousness
“These remarks translate pity into moralizing piety and self-laudatory classist paternalism.”
With energy, vitality, or vigor
Strict and austere religious conduct
Denoting a strong feeling of emotional attachment
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