prig

/prɪɡ/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is excessively self-righteous, snobbish, or hypocritical.

“He was known as a prig for his holier-than-thou attitude towards others.”

2. verb

To behave in a self-righteous or hypocritical manner.

“Stop prigging and be honest with yourself for once.”

Synonyms

  • hypocrite
  • puritan
  • snob

Antonyms

  • humble
  • open-minded