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priggish

adjective

/ˈprɪɡɪʃ/

Meaning

self-righteously moralistic and superior

He came across as priggish when correcting everyone's manners.

self-righteous, pompous, smug, moralistic

humble, modest

priggish attitude, priggish behavior, priggish tone

Of the highest quality or degree; expressing the extreme form of an adjective or adverb.

Very unusual, remarkable, or exceptional.

Something that never changes or cannot be transformed.

Not exactly known, defined, or established; vague or uncertain.

Acting independently or having the freedom to do so.

shy, easily embarrassed, or reluctant to draw attention