Pious
Pious adjective - Showing a devotion to God and to a life of virtue.
Usage example: a pious woman who decided to become a nun
Virtuous
Virtuous adjective - Morally excellent.
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Like churches and cathedrals, a 'virtuous' and 'pious' society (no night clubs, pubs, casinos, or cabarets), and for everyone to have a high religion satisfaction rating.
Source: Video Game / Tropico
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