prudery

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Noun prudery has 1 sense

primness, prudishness, prudery, Grundyism - excessive or affected modesty
--₁ is a kind of modesty

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Prudery

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: Excessive or undue strictness in matters of propriety, especially with regard to sexual behavior; prudishness.

Usage: Prudery is often associated with individuals who have conservative or narrow-minded attitudes towards sexuality and often display discomfort or disapproval towards discussions or actions deemed to be immodest or indecent.

Example Sentences:

Her prudery prevented her from attending the explicit art exhibition.
Despite the changing social norms, prudery continues to persist in some communities.
The old-fashioned prudery of his grandmother made it difficult for him to discuss relationships openly.

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