Pharisean vs. Pharisee

Pharisean and Pharisee Definitions
Pharisean
(dated) Following the practice of Pharisees; pharisaic.
Pharisee
Pharisee A member of an ancient Jewish sect that emphasized strict interpretation and observance of the Mosaic law in both its oral and written form.
Pharisean
Following the practice of Pharisees; Pharisaic.
Pharisee
A hypocritically self-righteous person.
Pharisee
One of a sect or party among the Jews, noted for a strict and formal observance of rites and ceremonies and of the traditions of the elders, and whose pretensions to superior sanctity led them to separate themselves from the other Jews.
Pharisee
A self-righteous or sanctimonious person
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Pharisee
A member of an ancient Jewish sect noted for strict obedience to Jewish traditions