preppy
noun
a person who is a student at or a graduate of a preparatory school.
preppier
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comparativeof preppy.comparative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating a greater degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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Should I have dressed preppier, like the quick-reflexed, collegiate fencing villains in the movies?
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
Both are sometimes remembered, sartorially speaking, for their preppier periods.
From Slate ● Oct. 7, 2022
The preppier back-half of the show, representing Mr. Lauren’s Polo label, lacked the same broad appeal, though it was masterfully put together.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2018
Avocado and squid crostini were washed down by Champagne and vodka by the stylish crowd, who wore a range of streetwear and preppier outfits, reflecting Mr. Snyder’s go-to aesthetic.
From New York Times ● Jul. 12, 2017
“So you’re going as a slightly preppier version of yourself?”
From Salon ● Oct. 30, 2014
