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Prig
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an individual who behaves in an excessively moralistic manner, often displaying an attitude of superiority toward others
Examples
John was such a prig, always lecturing everyone about proper etiquette and criticizing their behavior.
He was labeled a prig due to his constant moralizing and refusal to engage in any activities he deemed inappropriate.
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