Advanced Excessive or exaggerated propriety or modesty, often to a rigid or priggish extent. Clear All
3 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Prudery'
Her prudery led her to avoid any discussions about intimate relationships.
The politician's prudery became a subject of controversy during the election campaign.
The novelist criticized the prudery prevalent in society through a character who defied traditional norms.
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