priggishness
- a word derived from priggish.
Example Sentences
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In a novel full of insufferable characters interfering with romantic soulmates, Mary commits the sins of both pedantry and priggishness.
From Salon ● Jun. 25, 2026
Her Cara is instantly likable in rejecting Kevin’s crass economic come-ons; you root for her priggishness.
From New York Times ● Jun. 7, 2018
But it also inspires a pompous priggishness in its audience.
From The New Yorker ● May 20, 2016
Because I do see it as priggishness, prudishness, squeamishness.
From Newsweek ● Feb. 26, 2015
“Not at all, my dear friend. It is I that must apologize to you. The whole incident was entirely due to my priggishness and lack of manners.”
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
