self-righteous
adjectiveConvinced of one's own moral superiority, often intolerantly.
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Clear all filtershypocritical
adjectiveActing contrary to professed beliefs while presenting oneself as principled.
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Contradicting professed principles
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moralistic
adjectivePreoccupied with judging conduct by moral rules, often in a self-righteous or overbearing way.
Overly judgmental about morals
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sanctimonious
adjectiveMaking a self-righteous display of moral superiority.
Displaying moral superiority
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smug
adjectiveExcessively pleased or satisfied with oneself.
Excessively self-satisfied
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