yuhara

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Pronunciations

yuhara (yoo-hah-RAH)

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Definitions

  • n. Haughtiness, spiritual conceit, arrogance.

Example Sentences

  • "In common halachic usage, the term "yuhara," spiritual haughtiness, denounces and prohibits seemingly pious action that is opposed to established custom..." (source)

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Languages of Origin

  • Aramaic

Etymology

  • יוהרא

      • Who Uses This

      • Orthodox: Jews who identify as Orthodox and observe halacha (Jewish law)

      Regions

      • North America

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      • None

      Alternative Spellings

      yuharah, yoohara, yooharah

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