puritanism
Plural: puritanisms
Noun
- the beliefs and practices characteristic of Puritans (most of whom were Calvinists who wished to purify the Church of England of its Catholic aspects)
- strictness and austerity in conduct and religion
- Strict and austere religious conduct.
- Extreme strictness regarding moral scruples.
Origin / Etymology
Borrowed from French puritanisme, equivalent to puritan + -ism.
Scrabble Score: 14
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Words With Friends Score: 18
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