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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

prudishness

/ˈpruːdɪsnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does prudishness mean?

noun

A quality of being excessively modest or moralistic, often to the point of being considered prudish or old-fashioned. The quality of being excessively concerned with what is considered proper or decent.

Example

"Her prudishness made her uncomfortable with the idea of public displays of affection."

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