Primly: meaning, definitions and examples

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primly

[ ˈprɪmli ]

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in behavior or dress

In a formal and dignified manner; with great propriety; in a precise and proper manner.

Synonyms

correctly, daintily, formally, properly

Examples of usage

She sat primly at the table, her hands folded neatly in her lap.
He spoke primly, choosing his words carefully.

Translations

Translations of the word "primly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 primorosamente

🇮🇳 सुंदरता से

🇩🇪 vornehm

🇮🇩 dengan rapi

🇺🇦 витончено

🇵🇱 pokaźnie

🇯🇵 上品に

🇫🇷 élégamment

🇪🇸 elegantemente

🇹🇷 zarifçe

🇰🇷 단정하게

🇸🇦 بأناقة

🇨🇿 důstojně

🇸🇰 dôstojne

🇨🇳 优雅地

🇸🇮 ugledno

🇮🇸 virðulega

🇰🇿 салмақты түрде

🇬🇪 მშვენივრად

🇦🇿 zərifliklə

🇲🇽 elegantemente

Word origin

The word 'primly' is derived from the adjective 'prim', which originated in Middle English and meant 'fine or dainty'. Over time, 'primly' evolved to describe behavior or dress that is formal, proper, and precise. The word has been in use since the 17th century, reflecting the importance placed on etiquette and decorum during that period.