Pharisean vs. Pharisee: What's the Difference?

(dated) Following the practice of Pharisees; pharisaic.

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.

Following the practice of Pharisees; Pharisaic.

A hypocritically self-righteous person.

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.

A self-righteous or sanctimonious person

A member of an ancient Jewish sect noted for strict obedience to Jewish traditions