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prudishly
The term carries a strong negative connotation. While "modestly" describes a neutral or positive adherence to standards of propriety, "prudishly" implies that the behavior is excessive, stiff, or hypocritical. It suggests a person is overly shocked by things that others find normal, particularly regarding sexuality, clothing, or social behavior.
Using this word often signals a critique of the person's rigidity. It describes a performance of virtue that feels unnatural or restrictive rather than a genuine personal value. Because of this judgmental tone, it is rarely used to describe one's own behavior and is instead used to describe others from a perspective of annoyance or irony.
In modern usage, it is frequently applied to historical contexts (like the Victorian era) or to individuals who are perceived as "stuffy" or "uptight" in their moral judgments.
Meanings
Examples
ヴィクトリア朝時代は、人々が過剰に慎み深く振る舞ったことでよく記憶されている。
年老いた家庭教師は、子供たちの汚れた服を見て潔癖そうに眉をひそめた。