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Definition of Prudish
1. Adjective. Exaggeratedly proper. "My straitlaced Aunt Anna doesn't approve of my miniskirts"
Exact synonyms: Priggish, Prim, Prissy, Puritanical, Square-toed, Straight-laced, Straightlaced, Strait-laced, Straitlaced, Tight-laced, Victorian
Similar to: Proper
Derivative terms: Priggishness, Primness, Primness, Prudishness, Puritan
Similar to: Proper
Derivative terms: Priggishness, Primness, Primness, Prudishness, Puritan
Definition of Prudish
1. a. Like a prude; very formal, precise, or reserved; affectedly severe in virtue; as, a prudish woman; prudish manners.
Definition of Prudish
1. Adjective. of excessive propriety; easily offended or shocked, especially by sexual matters ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Prudish
1. marked by prudery [adj]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Prudish
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