Synonyms of prudish
5 similar words
Another word for prudish is straight-laced. Other synonyms of prudish are prim and priggish.
Synonyms and similar words for prudish
adjectiveOf excessive propriety; easily offended or shocked, especially by sexual matters.
- primPrudish; straight-laced.
- priggishLike a prig.
- prissy
- straight-lacedHaving narrow views on moral matters; prudish.
- puritanical
Meaning of prudish
- adjective Of excessive propriety; easily offended or shocked, especially by sexual matters.
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Questions about synonyms of prudish
- What is another word for prudish?
- Prudish has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as straight-laced, prim and priggish.
- What does prudish mean?
- Prudish means of excessive propriety; easily offended or shocked, especially by sexual matters.
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