prig
prig
prɪg
prig
/pɹˈɪɡ/

Definition & Meaning of "prig"in English

Prig
01

an individual who behaves in an excessively moralistic manner, often displaying an attitude of superiority toward others

Grammatical Information
animacy status
animate
plural form
prigs
Examples
John was such a prig, always lecturing everyone about proper etiquette and criticizing their behavior.
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