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.

Meaning of Superstitiousness from wikipedia

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