sententious
Definition
Given to expressing oneself in maxims or proverbs, often with an air of moral superiority or self-righteousness.
Example
"His sententious remarks about hard work and virtue began to grate on the audience."
Given to expressing oneself in maxims or proverbs, often with an air of moral superiority or self-righteousness.
"His sententious remarks about hard work and virtue began to grate on the audience."