Phar`i*sa"ism (?), n. [Cf. F. pharisaisme.]
1.
The notions, doctrines, and conduct of the Pharisees, as a sect.
Sharp.
2.
Rigid observance of external forms of religion, without genuine piety; hypocrisy in religion; a censorious, self-righteous spirit in matters of morals or manners.
"A piece of
pharisaism."
Hammond.
© Webster 1913.