puritanical

• 形容人或态度在道德或宗教问题上极为严格，常反对享乐或奢华；也可指清教徒式的、道德上自命清高的。

Describes a person or attitude that is very strict in moral or religious matters, often opposing pleasure or luxury.

1. Relating to PuritansC1formal

   Connected with the Puritans or their religious and moral beliefs, which emphasized strictness and simplicity.

   清教的

   • The puritanical laws of the 17th century banned many forms of entertainment.
   • She studied the puritanical movement in early American history.
   • The community's puritanical roots were evident in their simple lifestyle.

   同义词puritanpuritanic

2. Excessively properC1formal

   Having or showing a strong belief in very strict moral behavior, often in an exaggerated or extreme way.

   过分拘谨的

   • His puritanical attitude made him criticize any form of modern art.
   • The school had a puritanical dress code that banned bright colors.
   • She found his puritanical views on dating to be outdated.

   同义词goody-goodymoralisticnarrow-mindedpriggishprimproperprudishstrait-lacedstrictuptight

   反义词indulgentlenientliberalpermissivetolerant

3. Morally strictC1formal

   Characterized by a very strict and rigorous moral code, often opposing pleasure or indulgence.

   清教徒式的

   • The puritanical society frowned upon dancing and drinking.
   • He lived a puritanical life, avoiding all forms of luxury.
   • Her puritanical upbringing made her feel guilty about having fun.

   同义词asceticmoralisticnarrow-mindedpriggishprimproperprudishpuritanstrait-lacedstrict

   反义词indulgentlaxlenientliberalpermissivetolerant