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Pietist
Pronunciation : Pi"e*tist
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Cf. G. pietist, F. pi?tiste. See Piety.] (Eccl. Hist.)
Definition : Defn: One of a class of religious reformers in Germany in the 17th century who sought to revive declining piety in the Protestant churches; -- often applied as a term of reproach to those who make a display of religious feeling. Also used adjectively.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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