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re·li·gious

religious

 
 
pronunciation:
rih lI js
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: having to do with religion.
The Koran is a religious book.
 
synonyms:
spiritual
antonyms:
civil
similar words:
doctrinal, holy, sacred
definition 2: showing or having religious beliefs.
Her mother was a religious woman who prayed daily.
synonyms:
devout, pious
definition 3: having high standards; very careful.
He is religious about being on time.
synonyms:
scrupulous
antonyms:
casual
similar words:
careful, conscientious, honorable, rigid, strict
derivations: religiously (adv.), religiousness (n.)
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