Fuddy-duddy (Noun)
Meaning
A conservative who is old-fashioned or dull in attitude or appearance; "you may accuse me of being and old fuddy-duddy trying to stop young people having fun".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Her grandfather was a bit of a fuddy-duddy, always complaining about the loud music and modern clothes.
- You may accuse me of being an old fuddy-duddy, but I think some things are better left in the past.
- The teacher's strict attitude made her seem like a fuddy-duddy to her students, who longed for more freedom.
- Despite being labeled a fuddy-duddy by his friends, he preferred a quiet night in to a night out at a club.
- Her aunt was a bit of a fuddy-duddy, always stressing the importance of proper etiquette and table manners.