Prissy

/ˈprɪsi/

adjective

Behaving or dressing too perfectly, in a way that gives a feeling of being superior.

She has a prissy way of talking, which might annoy some people

Disapproving

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Pro Tip 1/3

Prissy often carries a negative tone, suggesting annoyance or irritation with someone's behavior.

Don't be so prissy; just sit anywhere and enjoy the picnic.

Pro Tip 2/3

Use 'prissy' to describe someone acting with an air of superiority because of prim or precise behavior.

Her prissy attitude at the casual gathering made everyone uncomfortable.

Pro Tip 3/3

Using 'prissy' implies a person's overly formal behavior doesn't match the informal setting.

He seemed so prissy, insisting on using full cutlery at a fast-food restaurant.

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