preppy
word
Definition
Describes a style of dress, appearance, or behavior that is typical of students from expensive private schools, often clean-cut, neat, and traditional. Can also refer to someone who has this style.
Usage & Nuances
Informal term, sometimes slightly judgmental or playful. Often collocates with 'style', 'look', or 'clothes' (e.g., 'preppy clothes'). May imply upper-class background or conservative taste.
Spanish: pijo - estilo pijoPortuguese (BR): mauricinho - patricinha - estilo preppyPortuguese (PT): betinho - menina betinha - estilo preppyChinese (Simplified): 学院派 - 学院风Chinese (Traditional): 學院風 - 預科生風格Hindi: प्रीप्पी - अमीरी स्कूल वाला (स्टाइल)Arabic: برِبي (أسلوب الأثرياء الشباب) - أنيق بأسلوب الجامعات الخاصة
Example Sentences
She always wears preppy clothes to school.
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His preppy haircut makes him look neat.
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Tom has a very preppy style.
basic
I never thought I'd like the preppy look, but it actually suits me.
natural
All the new students seemed really preppy when they arrived.
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That store always sells super preppy stuff, like polos and khakis.
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