Definitions

1. adjective

having or showing a serious and sincere interest in your religious faith; devout

“She was a pious young woman who spent her free time volunteering at the local church.”

2. noun

a pious person, especially one who is excessively virtuous or hypocritically self-righteous

“The pious individuals in the community were known for their charitable donations, but some people accused them of being self-righteous.”