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Definition of churchy

churchy

/ˈtʃɜːrtʃi/
church · y
Adverb:churchily
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• adjective

1

Excessively, ostentatiously, or conventionally pious and devoted to church activities and religious observance (typically used informally and disapprovingly).

Example

"She avoided the neighborhood committee because several members had a judgmental, churchy attitude toward newcomers."

2

Resembling or characteristic of a church in architecture, atmosphere, or style.

Example

"The old library had high vaulted ceilings, stained-glass windows, and a hushed, churchy atmosphere."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Primarily used in informal contexts, 'churchy' often carries a mildly disapproving or dismissive tone when describing someone's ostentatious piety or overly conventional religious behavior.

• Nearby Words

churchless
churchman
churchwoman
churchy
churchyard
churlish
churlishly

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Churchy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/churchy
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