prim — very formal and proper in behavior or appearance; excessively neat and precise
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: very formal and proper in behavior or appearance; excessively neat and precise
Pronunciation (IPA): /prɪm/
Korean meaning: 지나치게 격식을 차리는, 단정하고 얌전한
Korean pronunciation: **프**림
Example Sentences
- The prim librarian shushed everyone so quietly that nobody heard her.
- Her prim dress made her look like she stepped out of a Victorian painting.
- He tried to look prim at the job interview but accidentally spilled coffee on his tie.
prim
ADJECTIVE//prɪm//
very formal and proper in behavior or appearance; excessively neat and precise
A prim woman maintains perfect posture during afternoon tea
Prime and prim - perfectly proper and precisely pristine!
The prim librarian keeps her plants trim, even in light so dim!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
First appeared in early 18th century English, likely derived from 'prime' meaning 'first' or 'excellent,' developing the sense of being perfectly proper and neat.
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📝Examples
“The prim librarian shushed everyone so quietly that nobody heard her.”
“Her prim dress made her look like she stepped out of a Victorian painting.”
“He tried to look prim at the job interview but accidentally spilled coffee on his tie.”
“The prim garden had every flower perfectly aligned in neat rows.”
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