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prim
01
neat, tidy, or immaculate in appearance or dress, often with an emphasis on modesty or conservatism
Examples
She wore a prim floral dress with a matching cardigan, projecting an image of modesty and propriety.
The room was decorated in a prim style, with delicate lace curtains and tasteful floral arrangements.
02
formally precise or proper in behavior, manners, or appearance, often to an excessive or affected degree
Examples
She always appears prim and proper, her demeanor meticulously controlled, with every detail carefully arranged.
The prim receptionist greeted guests with a stiff smile and a perfectly poised posture, suggesting an exaggerated concern for decorum.
