Definition of Superstitiousness. Meaning of Superstitiousness. Synonyms of Superstitiousness
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Definition of Superstitiousness
Superstitiousness Superstitious Su`per*sti"tious, a. [F. superstitieux, L.
superstitiosus.]
1. Of or pertaining to superstition; proceeding from, or
manifesting, superstition; as, superstitious rites;
superstitious observances.
2. Evincing superstition; overscrupulous and rigid in
religious observances; addicted to superstition; full of
idle fancies and scruples in regard to religion.
Ye men of Athens, I perceive that in all things ye
are too superstitious. --Acts xvii.
22.
3. Overexact; scrupulous beyond need.
Superstitious use (Law), the use of a gift or bequest, as
of land, etc., for the maintenance of the rites of a
religion not tolerated by the law. [Eng.] --Mozley & W. --
Su`per*sti"tious*ly, adv. -- Su`per*sti"tious*ness, n.
