American English pronunciation
How to pronounce saintly
IPA transcription: ['seɪntli]
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Adjective
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marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint
“angelic beneficence”
“a beatific smile”
“a saintly concern for his fellow men”
“my sainted mother”
Usage examples
- After these failures, Clotilde appeared to dedicate herself to a saintly life.
- She was known as a supporter of saintly churchmen and a benefactor of churches.