prudishness

[US]/[ˈprʊdɪʃnəs]/
[UK]/[ˈprʊdɪʃnəs]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the quality of being excessively concerned with propriety and avoiding anything considered improper; excessive or affected modesty.; a tendency to judge others as immoral or indecent.
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Phrases & Collocations

avoiding prudishness

displaying prudishness

overcoming prudishness

free from prudishness

marked by prudishness

despite prudishness

prudishness reigns

prudishness evident

prudishness stifles

lacking prudishness

Example Sentences

her prudishness prevented her from enjoying the concert.

the novel's prudishness was a product of its time.

he criticized the company's excessive prudishness regarding employee attire.

despite her modern views, a trace of prudishness remained.

the play challenged societal prudishness with its bold themes.

his prudishness stemmed from a strict upbringing.

she overcame her own prudishness to pursue her passion.

the film satirized the hypocrisy and prudishness of the elite.

a degree of prudishness is understandable in some cultures.

the prudishness of the era is now viewed with amusement.

she rejected the prudishness of traditional gender roles.

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