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Popishly

Definition:

(adjective) in a manner that resembles or imitates the practices or beliefs of the Pope or the Roman Catholic Church

(adverb) in a way that is overly devoted to the practices or beliefs of the Pope or the Roman Catholic Church

Examples:

(adjective)

1. Her popishly adorned attire caught everyone's attention at the gala.
2. The elaborate ceremony felt popishly grand.

(adverb)

1. He popishly attended every mass at the local church.
2. She popishly followed all the rituals during Lent.

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