n. [ Cf. G. pietismus, F. piétisme. ] 1. The principle or practice of the Pietists. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. Strict devotion; also, affectation of devotion. [ 1913 Webster ]
The Schöne Seele, that ideal of gentle pietism, in “Wilhelm Meister.” W. Pater. [ 1913 Webster ]