What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pseudosacrilegious
Example
The comedian's jokes were considered pseudosacrilegious by some members of the audience. [pseudosacrilegious: adjective]
Example
The artist's painting was criticized for being pseudosacrilegious and offensive to religious sensibilities. [pseudosacrilegious: adjective]
hypocritical
Example
It's hypocritical of him to criticize others for being late when he's always late himself. [hypocritical: adjective]
Example
She's being hypocritical by preaching about honesty while lying to her friends. [hypocritical: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hypocritical is more commonly used than pseudosacrilegious in everyday language. Hypocritical is a more familiar word and is used in a wider range of contexts, while pseudosacrilegious is less common and is typically used in religious or spiritual contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pseudosacrilegious and hypocritical?
Both pseudosacrilegious and hypocritical are formal words that are not commonly used in casual conversation. However, pseudosacrilegious is more formal and complex than hypocritical due to its longer and more complex structure.
