priggery
/prig-uh-ree/US // ˈprɪg ə ri //
悭吝,傲慢无礼,胆小鬼,傲慢
Definitions
n.名词 noun
- 1
plural prig·ger·ies for 2.
- : the conduct or character of a prig.
- : an act or remark characteristic of a prig.
Examples
The Christian Hero is by no means a piece of priggery, but a sensible and wise little book.
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