Priggish
Priggish adjective - Exaggeratedly proper.
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Synonyms for Priggish
Respectable and priggish are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Respectable" instead an adjective "Priggish".
Respectable
Respectable adjective - Following the established traditions of refined society and good taste.
Usage example: has the respectable manners of someone who was well brought up
Priggish and respectable are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Priggish" instead an adjective "Respectable".
Both words in one sentence
- In Kidnapped David Balfour is a respectable(and rather priggish) lowlander and a firm Hanoverian.
Source: Odd Couple
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