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The expression ‘holier than thou’ means

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. pure
  2. religious
  3. moralistic
  4. sanctimonious

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: sanctimonious

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: D. sanctimonious 📚 Explanation: The expression 'holier than thou' is used to describe a person who acts as if they are morally superior to others. It carries a negative meaning of being self-righteous. The word 'sanctimonious' is a direct synonym for this attitude. it describes someone who makes a show of being morally better than everyone else.