The word "sanctanimity" is not a commonly used word, but it can be defined as the state or quality of being sanctimonious. The pronunciation of this word is /sæŋkˈtænɪməti/ (sangk-TAN-uh-muh-tee), with the stress on the second syllable. The spelling of this word is derived from "sanctity", meaning holiness or godliness, and "animus", meaning soul or mind. The suffix "-ity" is added to form the noun. Overall, the spelling of this word incorporates Greek and Latin roots to convey the idea of a person's outward display of holiness or moral superiority.