prude Definition
prude (pro̵̅o̅d)
noun
a person who is overly modest or proper in behavior, dress, or speech, esp. in a way that annoys others
Etymology: Fr, back-form. < prudefemme, excellent woman < OFr prud (see proud) + feme, woman
prude Synonyms
prude
n.
prude Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
censorious: After all, in times of crisis the nation has always looked to censorious self-important half-witted prudes for guidance.
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