priˈsɪsnɛs

Definitions

1. noun

the quality of being excessively particular or demanding about one’s personal appearance, behavior, or standards.

“Her prissiness made her difficult to be friends with.”

2. noun

the state of being excessively sensitive to criticism or fault.

“His prissiness made him unable to handle constructive feedback.”

3. noun

a quality of being overly concerned with social conventions or etiquette.

“The character’s prissiness was a source of comedic relief in the movie.”