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fariseo

hypocritical

adjective noun fah-ree-SEH-oh Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Personality

Origin: Latin pharisaeus, from Hebrew parush (separated)

Also means

Pharisee

Usage Note

Fariseo originally referred to a member of the ancient Jewish sect the Pharisees; its common modern use is as an adjective or noun meaning 'hypocritical' or 'a hypocrite', derived from the Gospel portrayal of Pharisees as self-righteous. When used as a noun it can refer to an actual Pharisee or, figuratively, a sanctimonious person.

Examples

"No seas fariseo: practica lo que predicas."

Natural Translation

Don't be a hypocrite: practice what you preach.

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