What does priggism mean?
A person who affects to be more virtuous or morally superior than others, often in a self-righteous or hypocritical manner. A person who displays excessive pride in their moral or intellectual superiority.
Example
"The priggism of the self-proclaimed moral authority was evident in their condescending attitude towards others."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.