How to Pronounce "priggish"
word
ˈpɹɪɡɪʃ
PRIG-ish
pɹˈɪɡɪʃ
pri-GISH
Definition
Describes someone who acts morally superior, showing an annoying sense of correctness or strictness, especially about small rules.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɪɡɪʃ
British English
pɹˈɪɡɪʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRIG-ish
UK
pri-GISH
Listen in Context
Mark can be very priggish about table manners.
Her priggish attitude made it hard to enjoy the party.
People found his priggish comments annoying.
Honestly, don't be so priggish—just relax and have some fun.