'Pharisaism' definitions:
Definition of 'Pharisaism'
From: GCIDE
- Pharisaism \Phar`i*sa"ism\, n. [Cf. F. pharisaisme.]
- 1. The notions, doctrines, and conduct of the Pharisees, as a sect. --Sharp. [1913 Webster]
- 2. Rigid observance of external forms of religion, without genuine piety; hypocrisy in religion; a censorious, self-righteous spirit in matters of morals or manners. "A piece of pharisaism." --Hammond. [1913 Webster]