Priggishness (Noun)
Meaning
Exaggerated and arrogant properness.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The self-proclaimed fashionista's priggishness was annoying, as she constantly pointed out everyone else's supposed style faux pas.
- His lecturing tone and air of priggishness only served to grate on his colleagues' nerves during meetings.
- Despite her impressive education, she came across as having an off-putting priggishness that made people hesitant to approach her.
- The uptight and pedantic politician's priggishness was often mocked by late-night comedians, who enjoyed poking fun at his pretentiousness.
- Her over-the-top correctness and priggishness made her seem like a caricature of a proper lady, rather than an actual human being.