prudishly

• Наречие, описывающее поведение, которое является чрезмерно правильным, скромным или легко шокируемым, особенно в вопросах секса или наготы. Имеет слегка негативный оттенок, подразумевая преувеличенное или показное чувство приличия.

An adverb describing behavior that is excessively proper, modest, or easily shocked, especially regarding matters of sex or nudity. It carries a mildly negative connotation, implying an exaggerated or affected sense of propriety.

1. In an excessively modest mannerC2formal

   In a way that shows exaggerated propriety or modesty, especially regarding matters of sex or nudity.

   Чрезмерно скромно

   • She prudishly refused to discuss the topic.
   • He prudishly looked away during the scene.
   • The audience prudishly avoided any mention of the subject.

   Synonymspriggishlyprimlypuritanicallystuffily

   Antonymsbrazenlyimmodestlyindecentlyshamelessly