Prude

/pruːd/

noun

A person who is excessively concerned about behaving correctly, particularly avoiding anything connected to sex.

She's such a prude, she blushes when people talk about dating.

Disapproving

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Pro Tip 1/3

Calling someone a 'prude' can sound critical, as it implies they're too conservative about sex.

Don't call her a prude just because she doesn't find that joke funny.

Pro Tip 2/3

What's considered 'prude' can vary by culture; some societies are more open about sexual topics than others.

He's not really a prude; in his culture, discussing sex publicly is taboo.

Pro Tip 3/3

Being prude is subjective and personal, not always following strict societal norms.

You may think she's a prude, but she simply prefers to keep her personal life private.

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