Category:Pietist

Pi"e*tist, n. Etym: [cf. G. pietist, f. piétiste. See piety.] (eccl. Hist.)

Defn: one of a class of religious reformers in germany in the 17th Century who sought to revive declining piety in the protestant Churches; -- often applied as a term of reproach to those who make a Display of religious feeling. Also used adjectively.