saintlihood

English

Alternative forms

• saintlihead

Etymology

From saintly +‎ -hood.

Noun

saintlihood (uncountable)

1. The quality, state, or condition of being saintly; saintliness
   • 2013, Jay Michaelson, Evolving Dharma:

     Depending on one's model of liberated consciousness, “enlightenment” may bring about a total perfect saintlihood, or just a release from the usual patterns of craving and suffering.

   • 2014, Chad E. Taylor, The Heart of the Journey:

     My life represents that of saintlihood, yet strives in worldly filth.