Synonyms of preachy
5 similar words · 4 opposite words
Another word for preachy is moralizing. Other synonyms of preachy are didactic, pious, sanctimonious and sermonizing. The opposite of preachy is irreverent.
Synonyms and similar words for preachy
adjectiveTending toward excessive moralization.
- didactic
- moralizingThe behaviour of one who moralizes.
- pious
- sanctimonious
- sermonizingThe giving of sermons.
Opposite of preachy
adjectiveTending toward excessive moralization.
- impious
- irreverentLacking respect; not having or not showing respect for or seriousness towards something that is usually treated with...
- tolerant
- laissez faire
Meaning of preachy
- adjective Tending toward excessive moralization.
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Questions about synonyms of preachy
- What is another word for preachy?
- Preachy has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as moralizing, didactic, pious, sanctimonious and sermonizing.
- What is the opposite of preachy?
- The opposite of preachy is irreverent.
- What does preachy mean?
- Preachy means tending toward excessive moralization.
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